Allan Saint-Maximin’s tidy far post finish, Matt Ritchie’s stunning drive and a rare Joelinton strike from close range sealed a vital victory for Steve Bruce’s men.
But who were the star men at St James’s Park?
Scroll down and click through the pages to see how Miles Starforth rated the displays on show against the Blades:
1. Martin Dubravka
Didn’t have too much to do on his return to St James’s Park, had been injured on his last competitive appearance. 6 Photo: Michael Regan
2. Javier Manquillo
Got forward a lot before the break, preferred to Yedlin. 7 Photo: Laurence Griffiths
3. Jamaal Lascelles
Led the team well, largely untroubled at the heart of United’s defence. 6 Photo: LAURENCE GRIFFITHS
4. Federico Fernandez
Solid and dependable, some no-nonsense defending alongside Lascelles. 7 Photo: Ian MacNicol
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