As a collective there were positive to take for Steve Bruce – as well as plenty of negatives, too.
Here’s Miles Starforth’s individual Newcastle United ratings from Old Trafford with Miguel Almiron and Allan Saint-Maximin scoring well, but not so good for Karl Darlow...
1. Karl Darlow - 5
Kept his place again under pressure from fit-again Dubravka, beaten at his near post by Rashford. Photo: STU FORSTER
2. Emil Krafth - 5
Beaten by Rashford for Man United's first goal, steadied himself after that, but it was another difficult night for the club's only fit right-back. Photo: Stu Forster
3. Jamaal Lascelles - 6
Led the team well, played well alongside Clark. Photo: PHIL NOBLE
4. Ciaran Clark - 6
Put in another steady, unfussy performance, read the game well. Photo: ALEX PANTLING