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• Player Ratings: Mbeumo 3, and Mainoo 4, flop as Man United suffer first loss under Carrick at Newcastle

  Michael Carrick’s unbeaten start as Manchester United manager came to a crashing halt at St. James’ Park, where a late Will Osula strike secured a 2-1 win for a Newcastle side that played the entire second half with ten men.  

  ​The Red Devils tasted defeat for the first time under Carrick’s stewardship in a night of missed opportunities and defensive lapses.

  Despite a numerical advantage following Jacob Ramsey’s dismissal for simulation, United failed to break down a resilient Magpies defense.

  While Casemiro’s header briefly restored parity following Anthony Gordon’s penalty, Osula’s solo brilliance in the dying moments ensured the points stayed on Tyneside.

  ​Manchester United Player Ratings

  ​Senne Lammens: 7/10

  The young Belgian continues to grow in stature despite the result. While he wasn’t called upon to make a flurry of acrobatic saves, his command of the penalty area was authoritative. His distribution remains a key asset, and he handled the high-pressure atmosphere of St. James’ Park with notable maturity.

  ​Noussair Mazraoui: 6/10

  Handed a starting role, the fullback was a steadying presence on the right side of the defense. He carried out his defensive duties with minimal fuss but lacked the overlapping ambition to trouble Newcastle’s backline, eventually departing late with a knock.

  ​Leny Yoro: 6/10

  It was a steep learning curve for the teenager against a physical Newcastle front line. After some early positioning jitters, he grew into the game and was denied a goal of his own by a spectacular Ramsdale save. He remains a work in progress but showed glimpses of his high ceiling.

  ​Harry Maguire: 6/10

  The veteran defender was dominant in the air, winning several crucial headers to clear the danger. While he was largely composed against Newcastle’s pace, he will be disappointed not to have stepped out quicker to block Osula’s match-winning effort in the final minute.

  ​Luke Shaw: 6/10

  Shaw endured a bruising encounter, including a heavy collision with Dan Burn, but remained a gritty competitor. He offered some support in the buildup before being substituted at the hour mark as United looked to freshen up their defensive options.

  ​Casemiro: 6/10

  The Brazilian experienced a game of two halves. He showcased his elite vision with pinpoint passing in the first period and scored a vital equalizer with a clinical header. However, the relentless intensity of the Newcastle midfield eventually took its toll on his legs.

  ​Kobbie Mainoo: 4/10

  A difficult evening for the academy graduate, who struggled to cope with the physical intensity of the Magpies’ press. He was dispossessed in dangerous areas several times during the first half and, despite more space after the red card, failed to dictate the tempo as usual.

  ​Bruno Fernandes: 6/10

  The captain’s night was a mix of frustration and productivity. He conceded a clumsy penalty after a foul on Gordon but quickly made amends with a perfectly weighted free-kick for the equalizer. He probed for an opening late on but couldn’t find the decisive final ball.

  ​Bryan Mbeumo: 3/10

  A night to forget for the winger, whose performance was characterized by a lack of clinical edge. Missing a glaring opportunity with the goal at his mercy in the first half proved costly, and he struggled to find any meaningful rhythm before being hooked.

  ​Benjamin Sesko: 5/10

  While his hold-up play and link-up touches showed flashes of quality, the striker was largely starved of clear-cut chances. After a prolific run of form, he found himself well-shackled by the Newcastle center-backs and was unable to test Ramsdale.

  ​Matheus Cunha: 5/10

  Cunha worked hard to find pockets of space but lacked the final product to hurt the hosts. He forced a save in the first half but faded as the match progressed, failing to provide the creative spark needed to break down ten men.

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  ​Manuel Ugarte: 6/10

  Brought on to add bite to the midfield, he threw himself into the physical fray. He added energy and nearly found a winner with a header that sailed just over the crossbar.

  ​Joshua Zirkzee: 6/10

  Replacing the ineffective Mbeumo, the forward looked sharp and eager to influence the result. He drew a fantastic late save from Ramsdale and offered a more dynamic threat in the final third.

  ​Michael Carrick: 5/10

  Carrick will rue a missed opportunity to consolidate United’s position. While his initial setup was reasonable, he was slow to introduce attacking reinforcements despite his side holding a man advantage for over 45 minutes of play.

• Why William Saliba missed Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Brighton

  League leaders Arsenal face fresh defensive concerns after Mikel Arteta confirmed that William Saliba missed the Brighton clash due to an ankle injury sustained against Chelsea.

  ​Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that star defender William Saliba was sidelined for the Gunners’ trip to Brighton following an ankle injury.

  The Frenchman reportedly rolled his ankle during the previous match against Chelsea.

  Despite the blow, Arsenal remains five points clear at the top of the table, though the loss of Saliba adds to a growing list of defensive injuries this season.

  ​Arteta explained the defender’s absence before kick-off, highlighting the player’s resilience in their previous outing.

  “He turned his ankle against Chelsea. He managed to finish the game somehow, but he was too sore to play today,” Arteta told Sky Sports.

  In Saliba’s absence, Cristhian Mosquera was handed a start at center-back, with the manager adding, “Cristhian’s showed that we can fully trust him.”

  Arsenal won the match 1-0 thanks to Bukayo Saka’s early goal to go seven points clear of Manchester City, who was held at home by Nottingham Forest.

• Pep Guardiola theory emerges as he’s tipped to retire into new role at Man City

  Joe Hart has downplayed rumors of Pep Guardiola’s imminent departure, insisting the manager is solely committed to Manchester City’s pursuit of a historic quadruple this season.

  Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart believes Pep Guardiola remains entirely focused on securing silverware despite growing speculation regarding his future.

  With Guardiola’s contract expiring in 2027, Hart suggested the manager might even transition into a directorial role.

  “I don’t think, if and when he leaves Manchester City, it’ll be necessary to be on the move [elsewhere],” Hart told the Manchester Evening News.

  Currently trailing Arsenal in the Premier League, City face a grueling schedule across four competitions, including a Champions League showdown with Real Madrid.

  Guardiola has emphasized mental fortitude over tactical adjustments during this clinical stretch.

  “In my point of view now it is how it is in your brain and your mind will make the difference,” the manager stated, prioritizing rest and focus.

• Michael Carrick rules out Mount, two others for Newcastle clash

  Michael Carrick has confirmed that Manchester United will be without Mason Mount, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, and Patrick Dorgu for their crucial away fixture against Newcastle.

  Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick has ruled out four key players for Wednesday’s Premier League clash at St James’ Park.

  Mason Mount, who has only appeared once under Carrick, remains sidelined alongside Patrick Dorgu, Lisandro Martinez, and Matthijs de Ligt.

  Regarding Mount’s recovery, Carrick noted, “Mason as well, he’s getting a bit closer, so unfortunately it’s part of the game.”

  ​The defensive crisis deepens as Lisandro Martinez remains “not quite ready” following a calf injury, while De Ligt continues to struggle with a long-term back issue.

  Despite these absences, Carrick remains focused on the available squad.

  “There’s always going to be people out… but we’ll keep working as hard as we can to get them back,” he stated, emphasizing resilience during United’s top-four pursuit.