Summary
Manchester United won a 1-0 match against Newcastle in the Premier League using a new strategy. Coach Ruben Amorim changed the team's formation for the first time in 13 months, leading to the win despite having less possession of the ball.
Key Facts
- Manchester United beat Newcastle 1-0 with a change in tactics.
- Coach Ruben Amorim used a back four formation for the first time since taking charge.
- United had only 33.4% of the ball, their lowest in a winning game this season.
- Patrick Dorgu scored the only goal with a first-half volley.
- Manchester United achieved only their second clean sheet of the season.
- Newcastle had more chances, with 16 shots against United’s 9.
- Lisandro Martinez and Ayden Heaven played as center-backs in the new formation.
