Manchester United's unbeaten run under Michael Carrick came to an end this Wednesday at St James' Park. The Red Devils lost 2-1 to Newcastle in the 24th round of the Premier League. This defeat puts an end to the positive series of the team led by Michael Carrick, who until then was the only undefeated coach in 2026. Bryan Mbeumo, starting in attack, played 77 minutes before being replaced.
Dominated in intensity from the first minutes, the Mancunians conceded a penalty just before the break. Anthony Gordon converted the penalty (46+1) after a foul obtained by the Magpies, who were playing with a numerical disadvantage following the expulsion of Jacob Ramsey. Manchester United reacted quickly: Casemiro equalized with a header (45+9, 1-1) from a corner by Bruno Fernandes.
The second half remained undecided until the final twist. In stoppage time, William Osula, who came on as a substitute a few minutes earlier, scored the winning goal for Newcastle (90', 2-1).
Despite this defeat, the first for Michael Carrick since taking interim office, Manchester United provisionally retains third place in the standings. Carrick expressed his disappointment: "I'm bitterly disappointed," he said. "We're not happy with the way we played. It hurts me to say that Newcastle deserved to win".
The match was marked by physical intensity and a thrilling end to the match. Newcastle, despite the numerical inferiority, was able to create chaos and snatch the victory thanks to a spectacular goal from Osula. Eddie Howe's team ended a series of three consecutive home defeats.
The team compositions saw Aaron Ramsdale replace Nick Pope in Newcastle's goal, while Harvey Barnes was also in the starting lineup. On the Manchester United side, Lammens was in goal, with a defense composed of Mazraoui, Yoro, Maguire and Shaw. In midfield, there were Casemiro, Mainoo and Fernandes, with an attack led by Mbeumo and Sesko.
With this victory, Newcastle is back on track after a difficult period, while Manchester United sees its unbeaten streak come to an abrupt end. Osula's goal will remain a highlight of this meeting.
