Newcastle United’s first major cup final in 24 years started as a cagey affair with few real chances for either side in the opening half hour. Loris Karius, on his competitive Magpies debut, had a couple of simple saves to make but wasn’t tested until Casemiro found the net with a header after 33 minutes.
Marcus Rashford then doubled Man United’s lead shortly before half-time with an effort that nicked off Sven Botman on its way to finding the net.
That leaves Newcastle with a mountain to climb heading into the second half.
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On for Saint-Maximin 78: Won a corner with his first spell of possession and made some important defensive contributions in the closing stages. Came close to pulling a goal back late on. | Getty Images
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On for Guimaraes 78: Had a couple of touches but couldn’t change the game in Newcastle’s favour. Photo: Ian MacNicol
