MARCUS RASHFORD missed a last-gasp chance to take all three points for Manchester United in a disappointing 0-0 draw with Newcastle.
The Red Devils’ attack lacked sparkle as Cristiano Ronaldo started at No9 and then threw a hissy fit as he was hauled off.
Joelinton hit the post twice in two seconds in the first half to give the Toon a huge chance to take the lead.
But the visitors also struggled to muster clear-cut chances and it was a case of defences on top.
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It’s fair to say that today’s game wasn’t exactly a classic for the neutral, but that’s not to say that the 90 minutes passed without incident.
Ronaldo’s substitution and his reaction to it will likely be the main talking point after the game.
Erik Ten Hag seemingly didn’t believe that the six time Ballon d’Or winner provided him with the best chance of winning the game.
Eddie Howe’s team will probably come away happier with the point but he will be concerned at how often his team seem to draw their games.
Manchester United host an in-form Tottenham team at Old Trafford on Wednesday night, while Newcastle play Everton at St James’ park.
Newcastle’s solid defence
Eddie Howe’s team have now kept a clean sheet in four of their 10 Premier League games.
Their stubborn defence makes them exceptionally hard to beat, but their stuttering attack has seen them draw a league-high 6 games.
Unbeaten runs
The draw means that both Manchester United and Newcastle extend their unbeaten runs.
Ten Hag’s side move to four games without defeat, while Newcastle stretch their run to five.
First draw for Ten Hag
They say that if you can’t find a way to win a game, then make sure you don’t lose it.
Both teams had good spells but in the end it feels like a fair result based on the balance of play.
Ronaldo’s reaction
Cristiano Ronaldo was not happy to be substituted in the 72nd minute with his side needing a goal.
He left the field in disbelief, shaking his head and muttering under his breath as he was replaced by Marcus Rashford..
It will be interesting to see if he starts Manchester United’s next game against Spurs.
Full-Time: Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
It ends in a draw.
Manchester United fans will be rueing the opportunities that their side wasted in the second half.
Fred somehow missed an open goal in the 88th minute before Rashford’s header in the dying seconds.
Newcastle are no push overs and it was clear to see why they have the joint-best defensive record in the Premier League.
Stay with us for all the post-match reaction.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
90+4, Rashford misses the chance to win it!
Casemiro floats the ball into the box with the outside of his foot and finds Rashford in space but he can’t direct his header on target!
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
90+3, Newcastle look to have settled for a point and seem content to let Manchester united have the ball.
Can the home side create one more chance?
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
90+1, We’re into five minutes of added time here.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
90, Fabian Schar, who looks to be limping, is replaced by Jamaal Lascelles for the remaining few minutes.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
88, What a chance!
Rashford beats Nick Pope to the ball on the edge of the area and crosses for Fred who can’t finish into an open goal.
He was under pressure form the recovering Newcastle defenders but he really should have scored.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
85, Five minutes remaining here, can either side find a late winner?
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
83, Joe Willock picks the ball up in space inside the Manchester United penalty area but he fires his cross miles over all of his teammates in the box.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
78, Eddie Howe uses the stoppage in play to make a triple substitution.
He introduces Matt Targett, Chris Wood and Joe Willock in place of Callum Wilson, Bruno Guimaraes and Dan Burn.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
77, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a game where so many poayers have suffered head injuries.
Fabian Schar is down after colliding with his own teammate on the edge of the box.
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74, Antony has been outstanding for the home side today.
He beats Dan Burn on the halfway line for what seems like the hundredth time this afternoon and drives forward into the box, but again, he can’t find a teammate with his cutback.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
72, Ten Hag brings on Marcus Rashford as he searches for a goal and he replaces….Cristiano Ronaldo!
Ronaldo is furious as he leaves the pitch, shaking his head and muttering under his breath as he slumps in his seat on the bench.
It’s a big call by the Manchester United boss.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
68, Casemiro picks up a booking for a full-blooded tackle on Ryan Fraser, right in front of the dugouts.
Fraser has been introduced in place of Jacob Murphy by Eddie Howe.
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65, Manchester United’s bright start to the half has rather fizzled out and now it’s Newcastle who are dictating the game.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
62, Martinez and Wilson have resumed their hostilities.
Martinez goes in too hard on Wilson and gives away a cheap free kick.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
61, Antony cuts inside and shoots but its straight at Pope who comfortably saves.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
59, No penalty!
VAR agrees with the referee on this occasion.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
58, Jadon Sancho is down in the box and asking for a penalty.
He is claiming that he was clipped by Sean longstaff.
VAR is taking a look…
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
56, Manchester United have been much improved since the half time break but they are struggling to find a way past Newcastle’s stubborn defence.
Man Utd 0 – 0 Newcastle
54, Ronaldo is appealing for a penalty after he was tackled by Trippier inside the box.
It did look clumsy by Trippier but the referee waves away Ronaldo’s protests.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
