But how did each player rate? Our man Miles Starforth has given his man-by-man ratings from Shanghai as Bruce got off to a winning start as Rafa Benitez’s Newcastle successor.
Goalscorer Muto, Jamie Sterry, Jack Colback and man of the match Jonjo Shelvey were the stand out men for United.
1. Jamaal Lascelles - 6
Led the team and defended well, kept West Ham very quiet during a gruelling 90-minute run-out. Photo: Fred Lee
2. Ciaran Clark - 6
Very steady first-half performance before his withdrawal at half-time. Photo: Stu Forster
3. Jamie Sterry - 7
Handed a second successive start, attacked well in the first half. Photo: HECTOR RETAMAL
4. Jonjo Shelvey - 8
The pick of United’s team, ran the midfield and created openings with his passing. Photo: HECTOR RETAMAL