Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat against Newcastle United at Old Trafford, marking their third consecutive home league loss—a first since the 1978-79 season.
Newcastle's victory was secured early in the match with two headed goals. Alexander Isak opened the scoring in the 4th minute, capitalizing on a cross to beat United's defense. Joelinton doubled the lead in the 20th minute, further exploiting defensive lapses.
Under manager Ruben Amorim, appointed on November 11, Manchester United's performance has declined, with six defeats, four wins, and one draw in 11 games. This poor run has left them 14th in the Premier League standings with 22 points, raising concerns about potential relegation.
Amorim's tactical choices, including a 3-4-3 formation and the early substitution of Joshua Zirkzee after 30 minutes, have been questioned. Additionally, the reinstatement of Marcus Rashford to the squad, despite his expressed desire for a "new challenge," has added to the confusion surrounding team management.
Newcastle's midfield trio of Joelinton, Sandro Tonali, and Bruno Guimarães dominated the game, exposing United's vulnerabilities. The defeat adds pressure on Amorim to reassess his strategies and address the team's declining form.
This loss concludes a challenging year for Manchester United, emphasizing the need for significant improvements to avoid further decline in the Premier League