Newcastle's 2-1 win over Manchester United was a scrappy affair, marked by 7 yellow cards and a second-half red card for the home side. While United dominated possession (55%) and had more shots on target (5 vs 5), Newcastle were clinical in front of goal and took advantage of their opponents' defensive lapses.

The key moment came just before half-time, when Newcastle were awarded a penalty which Alexander Gordon coolly converted to put them 1-0 up. This came shortly after Manchester United's Casemiro had equalized with a goal assisted by Bruno Fernandes. However, Newcastle's lead was short-lived as Jacob Ramsey was sent off in first-half stoppage time, leaving his team a man down for the entire second half.

Despite being reduced to 10 men, Newcastle defended resolutely and were rewarded in the 90th minute when substitute Willy Osula scored the winner, assisted by Kieran Trippier. The goal came against the run of play, as United had 55% possession and 14 total shots compared to Newcastle's 12. But Newcastle's compact defensive shape and counterattacking threat ultimately proved the difference.

The tactical reason for Newcastle's win was their ability to soak up pressure and then capitalize on Manchester United's high line with direct, vertical passes. United's failure to break down Newcastle's low block and create clear-cut chances ultimately cost them, as they were unable to find a way through the disciplined home side.