Newcastle appeared strong to crush visiting team Manchester United with a landslide score of 4-1. The Red Devils fought as best they could, but the hosts were more efficient.
Sunday, April 13, 2025, Man United visited Newcastle at St. James’ Park in the continuation of the 2024/2025 Premier League. This match is very important for Ruben Amorim’s squad to improve their performance and position in the standings.
Unfortunately, this time Man United couldn’t do much. Sandro Tonali brought Newcastle ahead (24′) and Alejandro Garnacho had time to equalize (37′) to close the first half with a little hope.
Even so, Newcastle performed better in the second half and scored three more goals through Harvey Barnes (49′, 64′) and Bruno Guimaraes (77′).
This victory boosted Newcastle’s position to the top four of the 2024/2025 Premier League standings, while Man United was stuck in 14th place.
The match started immediately with a high tempo. Newcastle managed to score in the first minute, but it was disallowed by the referee for offside.
Man United also showed aggressive attacks. In the 12th minute, Zirkzee’s shot from close range was still blocked by Pope. After that, in the 23rd minute, it was Isak’s shot which went wide.
In the 24th minute, Newcastle opened the scoring. Ugarte lost the ball in his own area. Trippier then lofted the ball to the edge of the penalty box, touched by Isak, and greeted by Tonali with a first-time kick. Goal! Newcastle 1-0 Man United.
In the 37th minute, Man United equalized. A quick counterattack scheme from the right side. Dalot sent a pass to the right side for Garnacho who then sent a low shot that deceived the opposing defender and goalkeeper. Goal! Newcastle 1-1 Man United.
The match resumed and Man United immediately conceded. In the 49th minute, Livramento stabbed from the right side and sent a cross. The ball was then deflected by Murphy to be continued by Banses. Goal! Score 2-1.
64th minute, second goal for Barnes. Again, a mistake by Man United’s back line. Mazraoui lost the ball in his own area, stolen by Barnes who continued to penetrate the penalty box and shot hard to the right side. Goal! Newcastle 3-1 Man United.
77th minute, Newcastle’s fourth goal. This time it was Bayindir’s turn to make a mistake in throwing the ball away. Joelinton managed to steal it and pass it on to Guimaraes who shot easily. Goal! Newcastle 4-1 Man United.
The last 10 minutes, Man United’s squad looked frustrated trying to fight back, Newcastle played more calmly to maintain their lead. Final score 4-1.
