The Magpies dominated, were awarded and missed their first penalty of the season, saw an opposition player sent off for the first time in 14 months and climbed EIGHT points clear of the top flight relegation zone.
But how did United’s players rate down on the south coast? Here’s NUFC writer Miles Starforth’s player ratings at the end of a BIG week for United.
1. Karl Darlow - 6
Pulled off a first-half save to deny Mackie, but couldn’t stop two late goals. | Getty Images Photo: Jan Kruger
2. DeAndre Yedlin - 5
Less than convincing before the break, and never settled into the game. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill
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3. Fabian Schar - 5
Didn’t have a good game on his return after what Bruce called a “frustrating” spell out of the team. | Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol
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4. Jamaal Lascelles - 6
Cleared a first-half shot from Sam Long off the line. | Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol