Overview
- Patrick Dorgu scored his first United goal in the 24th minute at Old Trafford to decide the match.
- Newcastle threatened early when Bruno Guimarães’ header was saved by goalkeeper Maarten Lammens.
- Both sides struck the woodwork in the second half, with Benjamin Sesko hitting the bar and Lewis Hall doing the same for Newcastle.
- United rise to 29 points in fifth place, matching Chelsea’s total, while Newcastle remain 11th on 23.
- Next up, Newcastle visit Burnley on December 30, and United host Wolverhampton in their final match of the year.