Fernandes gets 7.5, Casemiro with 7 | Manchester United players ranked in tough defeat against Newcastle United

Manchester United took on Newcastle United at St. James’ Park tonight as they hoped to pick up maximum points away from home in the Premier League. The Red Devils got off to a good start to the match and found themselves with a numerical advantage in the dying embers of the first half when Jacob Ramsey was sent off by the referee. However, the Mancunian club conceded the first goal in first-half stoppage time when Anthony Gordon scored from a penalty. However, Casemiro equalized for Man United shortly after as the two teams went into half-time with a score of 1-1.

William Osula ended up scoring the winning goal in the 90th minute as Michael Carrick’s men suffered a heavy 2-1 defeat away from home.

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Let’s take a look at how each Manchester United player fared during the clash against the Magpies.

Made two good stops in defense but failed to keep a clean sheet in both halves.

RB: Noussair Mazraoui – 6/10

Mazraoui faced danger when he could and won a couple of aerial duels.

CB: Leny Yoro – 6.5/10

He made some crucial clearances at the back and was a threat at the other end of the field.

CB: Harry Maguire – 6.5/10

He did his fair share on defense, but it wasn’t enough today.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MARCH 4: Manchester United manager Michael Carrick looks dejected after Newcastle United’s William Osula (not pictured) scores his team’s second goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St James’ Park on March 4, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

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LI: Luke Shaw – 6.5/10

He fulfilled his defensive duties well but lacked quality in attack.

CM: Casemiro – 7/10

Casemiro recovered the ball twice and managed to score the tie with a good header in the dying embers of the first half.

CM: Kobbie Mainoo – 6/10

He failed to establish himself in the game and was substituted in the 75th minute.

OR: Bryan Mbeumo – 6/10

Mbeumo again defended when necessary, but lacked quality in the final third.

MCA: Bruno Fernández – 7.5/10

He achieved many attractive opportunities for those around him and earned an assist to show for his efforts.

LB: Matheus Cunha – 8/10

Cunha was a constant threat in the final third and did everything but score tonight.

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ST: Benjamin Sesko – 6/10

He failed to impress during his time on the pitch.

Substitutes:

RB: Diogo Dalot – 6/10

He made a good run with the ball.

CM: Manuel Ugarte – 6/10

Ugarte failed to get into the rhythm of the game.

OR: Amad Diallo – 6/10

His influence on the game was minimal.

He was a real threat in the final third.