A collective battling performance was personified by the tireless displays of Isaac Hayden in the centre of defence and two-goal Miguel Almiron further forward – and our man at St James’s Park, Miles Starforth, picked that duo out as his star men for United on the afternoon...
1. Karl Darlow - 6
Again let down by those in front of him, helped his team through some awkward moments. Photo: STU FORSTER
2. Javier Manquillo - 6
Pulled up midway through the first half with what looked like a muscle injury, limped off after treatment. Photo: STU FORSTER
3. Fabian Schar - 6
Delivered a superb ball forward in the build-up to Willock’s goal, suffered an injury in a 50-50 and was stretchered off. Photo: Stu Forster
4. Isaac Hayden - 8
Dropped back into defence again, talked, organised and held the line. Photo: Stu Forster
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