Manchester United have failed to win for the third consecutive game in the Premier League after yet another sombre performance, this time against Newcastle United.
The 2-0 defeat, with second-half goals from Joe Willock and Callum Wilson deciding the tale, means that Eddie Howe’s men have now leapfrogged United in the table, leaving Tottenham Hotspur with the chance to do the same on Monday.
It follows a series of poor performances from United, who are looking like an increasingly fatigued side with each passing week as the season comes to its most decisive period.
Man United Player Ratings
David de Gea – 7
Made one stunning double save in the first half and then produced more magic to deny Joelinton in the second half. Could do very little about the goals.
Diogo Dalot – 4
His impressive first half of the season feels like years ago at this point.
Raphael Varane – 5
One of the very few players who actually turned up to play.
Lisandro Martinez – 5
There wasn’t much he could do to improve what was in front of him.
Luke Shaw – 4
The lack of urgency was astounding.
Scott McTominay – 3
Clearly, he’s not someone Ten Hag wants to start games but injuries and suspensions gave him no option.
Marcel Sabitzer – 3
Just like his midfield partner, the game passed him by.
Bruno Fernandes – 4
Some good passes aside, careless and sloppy.
Antony – 5
Bright start to the game but that was about it.
Marcus Rashford – 4
You’d have to watch the game again to confirm that he actually played.
Wout Weghorst – 3
He’s having far too many games where his involvement is almost non-existent. Needs to have some sort of impact.