manchester United kicked off their Boxing Day schedule with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Saturday[[1]]. A stunning first-half volley from Patrick Dorgu proved the difference, lifting the Red Devils into fifth place in the Premier League standings[[2]]. Despite a dominant spell of possession from Newcastle, united held firm to secure a valuable three points in a tightly contested match[[3]].
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Manchester United delivered a Boxing Day victory for their fans, defeating Newcastle United 1-0 at Old Trafford. The decisive goal came from Patrick Dorgu, providing a much-needed boost as the Premier League season continues.
The match, played on Saturday, December 27, 2025, saw Dorgu break the deadlock in the 24th minute. It was one of three shots on target for the Red Devils throughout the contest.
Newcastle proved the more aggressive side, registering 16 attempts, but only managing three on goal. The three points propel Manchester United into fifth place in the Premier League standings with 29 points, surpassing Liverpool on goal difference.
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Newcastle remains in 11th position with 23 points.
Match Recap: Manchester United vs. Newcastle United
Without Bruno Fernandes in the lineup, Manchester United started brightly, pressing Newcastle’s defense through Benjamin Sesko, Mason Mount, and Matheus Cunha.
Newcastle goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale was quickly called into action, while the Magpies looked to threaten through Jacob Murphy and Nick Woltemade.
Bruno Guimaraes posed a threat from midfield, but it was Manchester United who found the breakthrough in the 24th minute courtesy of Patrick Dorgu.
The goal originated from a Diogo Dalot cross into the box that Woltemade failed to clear. The loose ball fell to Dorgu, who unleashed a stunning left-footed volley that Ramsdale couldn’t reach.
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Patrick Dorgu’s volley gives Manchester United the lead. (Photo: Getty Images/Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA)
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Energized by the goal, Manchester United continued to push for a second. However, the score remained 1-0 heading into halftime.
Newcastle came out with renewed intensity in the second half, with Fabian Schar having a chance in the 51st minute, but his shot was blocked by Dorgu.
Manchester United nearly doubled their advantage in the 59th minute when Sesko broke through the defense, but his effort struck the crossbar.
Newcastle also came close in the 62nd minute, with Lewis Hall’s solo run ending in a shot that narrowly missed the target.
Newcastle appealed for a penalty in the 64th minute after a challenge from Lisandro Martinez on Fabian Schar, but VAR dismissed the claim.
Dalot had a golden opportunity to extend the lead in the 73rd minute, controlling a Martinez cross with his chest before sending a close-range shot over the bar.
Newcastle relentlessly attacked in the final ten minutes, searching for an equalizer, but their finishing proved lacking.
In the 90th minute, Lewis Miley had a clear sight of goal but his left-footed shot sailed over the bar.
Despite seven minutes of added time, Newcastle couldn’t find a way through, and Manchester United secured a 1-0 victory.
Lineups
Manchester United: Senne Lammens; Luke Shaw (Tyrell Malacia 88′), Lisandro Martinez (Tyler Fredricson 88′), Ayden Heaven, Diogo Dalot; Manuel Ugarte, Casemiro (Leny Yoro 61′); Matheus Cunha, Mason Mount (Jack Fletcher 46′), Patrick Dorgu; Benjamin Sesko (Joshua Zirkzee 60′).
Newcastle United: Aaron Ramsdale; Lewis Hall, Fabian Schar, Malick Thiaw, Lewis Miley; Jacob Ramsey (Joelinton 68′), Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali (Joe Willock 77′); Anthony Gordon, Nick Woltemade (Yoane Wissa 68′), Jacob Murphy (Harvey Barnes 68′).
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