Newcastle United player ratings v Man Utd: 'Incredible' William Osula & 'top class' 8/10 in dramatic 2-1 win
Newcastle United 2-1 Manchester United player ratings: Here’s how Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, Aaron Ramsdale and co fared.
10-man Newcastle United beat Manchester United 2-1 at St James’ Park - here are the half-time player ratings from the match.
A dramatic William Osula winner in the 90th minute saw Eddie Howe’s side secure a vital win at St James’ Park after Jacob Ramsey was sent off in the first half.
The Magpies went into the game looking to end their three-game losing streak at home in the Premier League.
Howe made two changes from the side that lost 3-2 to Everton on Saturday with goalkeeper Nick Pope dropping to the bench and Aaron Ramsdale coming in for his first league start since starting the reverse fixture at Old Trafford on Boxing Day, which Newcastle lost 1-0.
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Nick Woltemade dropped out of the squad due to illness with Harvey Barnes taking his place in the starting line-up.
Newcastle were the better team in the first half but were reduced to 10 men at the end of the first half after Jacob Ramsey was shown a second yellow.
But the hosts managed to take the lead after Anthony Gordon won and converted a penalty to make it 1-0.
Man United quickly equalised with Casemiro heading in with the final touch of the first half to make it 1-1.
Both sides had chances to go ahead in the second half but Newcastle finally found the breakthrough in the 90th minute as substitute William Osula curled in his fourth goal of the season in sheer style after a powerful run down the right.
Aaron Ramsdale - 8
Back in the side for his second start in three games. Made a great save to deny Kobbie Mainoo and another to stop to deny Matheus Cunha at the end of the first half but he was fortunate his parry didn’t fall to a Man United player. Made an important save to deny Leny Yoro’s header in the second half and yet another to stop Joshua Zirkzee.
Kieran Trippier - 8
Hit the post early on with a cross-cum-shot. Had a tough challenge up against Matheus Cunha but stood up to it well while also getting forward. Strong in the air when needed and put a great ball to release Osula for the winner. Top class. Booked.
Malick Thiaw - 7
Kept Man United quiet for the opening half hour before committing a clumsy foul 25 yards from goal. Helped Newcastle keep things tight in the second half.
Dan Burn - 7
Dealt with Benjamin Sesko’s threat well. Made some crucial contributions at the back.
Lewis Hall - 6
Blasted an early effort over the bar. Did okay defensively up against Bryan Mbeumo but did little to stop the equaliser at the front post at the end of the first half after conceding a free kick. Carried the ball forward typically well.
Sandro Tonali - 6
Shot wide of the right post from the edge of the box. Did some good running to bring intensity to Newcastle’s play in the opening exchanges. Let down by his passing at times.
Jacob Ramsey - 5
Had a couple of nice touches and turns but in and out of the game. Booked needlessly and then harshly shown a second yellow after going down inside the penalty area. A disaster dismissal for the home side.
Joelinton - 8
Carried the ball brilliantly and battled, but lacked the final execution. Created a good chance for Barnes after winning the ball back inside the Man United penalty area. Blazed a good chance over from the edge of the box but was top quality otherwise. A much-improved display back in the midfield from the start. Not as impactful on the ball in the second half but fought tirelessly as Newcastle tried to hold on for a result. Booked.
Anthony Elanga - 6
Volleyed wide of the right post early on. Had several opportunities to get balls into the box but couldn’t weight his crosses properly.
Harvey Barnes - 6
Curled a shot wide of the right post but should have done better. Got into some decent but made a limited impact before being taken off at the break.
Anthony Gordon - 7
Led the line with energy and linked up well with the players around him. A driving run won Newcastle a penalty at the end of the first half, which he converted. Couldn’t quite turn in from a Sandro Tonali corner in the second half. Faded in the second half.
Substitutes
Joe Willock - 6
On for Barnes 46: Tried to pose a threat with his pace on the break. Up against it given Newcastle’s numerical disadvantage.
Jacob Murphy - 5
On for Elanga 84: Had a couple of touches.
William Osula - 9
On for Gordon 85: What an impact. Made and scored an incredible goal.
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