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...
5. Jamal Lewis - 5
Lost James for Man United's all-important second goal. Photo: Pool
6. Isaac Hayden - 6
Got around the pitch and disrupted the home side. Photo: Pool
7. Jonjo Shelvey - 5
Started well, but quickly faded, his passing and shooting was wayward. Photo: OLI SCARFF
8. Joe Willock - 5
Industrious in midfield, moved the ball well, but caught out when he gave away the second-half penalty converted by Fernandes. Photo: OLI SCARFF