Manchester United dented Newcastle United under-21’s turnaround under Diarmuid O'Carroll with a 2-0 win at the club’s academy. Goals from Sam Mather and Ethan Ennis snatched all three points - with the young Magpies failing to break down a sturdy backline.
The defeat leaves Newcastle sitting 11th in Premier League 2, with the Red Devils leapfrogging them in the table. A tricky trip to Mansfield Town in the EFL Trophy awaits on Tuesday night.
Here are your player ratings from the Man United loss, with few Toon youngsters scoring favourably.
1. Aidan Harris - 6
Fantastic save to deny Biancheri in the first half. Could do little for the goal. | Getty Images
2. Leo Shahar - 5.5
A solid performance for 80 minutes until he blazed over from a free-kick. Man United went up the other end and scored from his side. | Newcastle United
3. Alex Murphy - 6
Could tell he was one of the few with Premier League experience. Composed. | Getty Images
4. Cathal Heffernan - 6
Forming a good understanding with McArthur in defence. Vocal throughout but will be disappointed with second goal. | Getty Images