Overview
- Ruben Amorim abandoned his usual 3-4-3 for a back four, using a 4-2-3-1 with Patrick Dorgu on the right that unsettled Newcastle early.
- Dorgu's first-half volley was the winner as United later dug in to protect only their second league clean sheet of the season.
- United finished with an improvised, youthful back line of Leny Yoro, Tyler Fredricson and Ayden Heaven alongside Tyrell Malacia after late changes.
- Mason Mount was withdrawn at half-time after feeling an issue, with Amorim describing the decision as precautionary and Jack Fletcher stepping in.
- The victory moved United to fifth in the table, while Newcastle's away troubles persisted despite 67% possession and Lewis Hall hitting the crossbar.