Manchester United edged Newcastle United 1–0 on Boxing Day at Old Trafford, with Patrick Dorgu’s first-half volley proving decisive in the Premier League clash.
The win, secured on Friday night, pushed United up to fifth on the league table as head coach Ruben Amorim switched to a back-four system that caught Newcastle off guard early on.
Okay News reports that Dorgu struck in the 24th minute after a lively opening spell from the hosts, who created several chances through Casemiro, Benjamin Šeško and Matheus Cunha.
Newcastle responded strongly in the second half, hitting the woodwork and pressing for an equaliser, but were unable to break down a disciplined United defence, with VAR also denying them a late penalty claim.
The victory marked United’s first Premier League win without Bruno Fernandes in the lineup in a long while, underlining Amorim’s growing tactical flexibility.
Newcastle, meanwhile, remain 11th in the table, continuing their struggles away from home this season despite an improved second-half display.
