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...



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
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