The Magpies claimed only their second-ever Premier League win at Old Traffordfollowing first-half goals from Alexander Isak and Joelinton. Isak opened the scoring just three minutes in before Joelinton doubled the advantage in the 18th minute.
It marked a fourth successive league win for Newcastle, a run that saw 13 goals scored and zero conceded. Eddie Howe’s side have moved up to fifth in the table.
“I don’t know about the win being a statement but for us we knew that we have to try to keep building on the momentum that we had built in recent weeks,” Howe said after the game. “We have had a really good look about us, a strong, confident team and I am happy we were able to continue that at a ground that hasn’t been kind to Newcastle over the years. It is a big win psychologically.
“Regardless of where we play we still have to be the same team, stick to the same principles. The players were very good in that early period of the game, we dominated the play.
“At 2-0 the game changes but I was really pleased with that opening spell.”
Over 3,000 Geordies got to witness Newcastle’s first win at Old Trafford since Yohan Cabaye’s goal earned a 1-0 win in December 2013. Taking to social media after the match, Reuben hailed their support.
“So proud @NUFC – our support unreal today once again,” he wrote on X. “Safe travels home. Up The Mags.”
Newcastle face another challenging away trip when they visit Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
