Newcastle, England - A determined 10-man Newcastle United has defeated Manchester United 2-1, halting interim manager Michael Carrick's unbeaten streak. The victory came despite Newcastle playing the entire second half a player down.
Newcastle took the lead in first-half stoppage time via a penalty converted by Anthony Gordon. Manchester United equalized moments later from a Casemiro header off a set piece. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Newcastle secured the win with a late solo goal.
The defeat leaves Manchester United nine points behind second-place Manchester City.