After a tale of two halves, RDA attempt to rate the performances of the Manchester United squad that put together an astonishing 3-2 comeback in the second half. However, the abysmal showing in the first half cannot be ignored… We don’t make it easy for ourselves do we? Yesterday’s fixture marked the first time in history that a United team found themselves 2-0 down in ten minutes at Old Trafford. Mourinho loves breaking records, doesn’t he? Nevertheless, through sheer grit and determination, the Red Devils managed to make up for the woeful defending in the first half with 3 quick goals in the final 20 minutes of the game to seal the win. Find out how each player fared under our microscope… Goalkeeper David De Gea – 6 Although he did concede 2 goals, both can be blamed on the bungling back line ahead of him. The Spaniard also managed a point-blank save against Newcastle’s Yoshinori Muto in the first half to keep United in the game.<doc-sep>The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Get the latest United updates, transfer news and analysis delivered straight to your inbox every day for free Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice David de Gea Beaten twice by shots on the turn but made a couple of decent saves at 0-2 to keep United in it. 7 Ashley Young Left with twisted blood by Kenedy and then Yoshinori Muto as he resembled a winger playing at full-back. But crossed for Alexis Sanchez. 6 Chris Smalling He has been at United for over eight years and still struggles to pass the ball out. Forever a stop-gap until United sort out the defence. 4 Eric Bailly Substituted on 17 minutes with Newcastle 2-0 up. His positioning was awry for both goals but his removal maybe harsh. 1 Luke Shaw Failed to make much of an impact down his side as Newcastle tormented Young on the opposite flank. 4 Nemanja Matic Amazing he stayed on. Cumbersome, pedestrian and languid, he looked burnt out and missed an open goal. But persevered. 4 Scott McTominay Lucky to have lasted the first-half. Struggled throughout and was never going to settle down the defence. Not up to it at this level. 2 Paul Pogba Casual as United trailed but stepped it up slightly in the second-half. Still nowhere near at his best level. 6 Marcus Rashford England obsessives might stop wondering why he does not start that often for United. Wasted two gilt-edged chances but worked hard. 3 Anthony Martial Mourinho talked him up before the game. Wasn't vindicating his selection up until his superb strike. 6 Romelu Lukaku Worked tirelessly but to no avail and did not have a chance throughout the match. Offered some inviting crosses. 6 Subs Juan Mata Class free-kick. Should have started. 6 Marouane Fellaini Brought a measure of control. 7 Alexis Sanchez Looked drained of confidence. Then scored. 7<doc-sep>The fans at Old Trafford booed Jose Mourinho's men at half time after a dismal opening stanza which saw his side take in a two goal deficit. But just as the Manchester United manager's future looked all but buried, his side produced an inspired finale to secure a win as unlikely as it was stunning. 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Check out our player ratings after the rollercoaster game: Man Utd: De Gea, 6 out of 10 – His defence let me down big style for the first two goals, but he made several saves to keep United with hope they could rescue the game. Young, 5 out of 10 – Got the nod at right back over Valencia. Defensively he was poor, attacking he was okay, but doesn’t warrant more than a 5. Bailly, 2 out of 10 – Woeful. Came off after 18 minutes, enough said. Smalling, 6 out of 10 – This lad’s been stealing a living at Man Utd, he truly is a terrible centre back and proved it today. Shaw, 6 out of 10 – The only real positive in a weak back four for United. Was prepared to throw himself in front of the ball and McTominay, 5 out of 10 – Got the thankless task of replacing Bailly in the defence. Good luck with that one kid. Matic, 6 out of 10 – Missed a sitter in the second half to bring one back for United, didn’t offer a lot more than that. Juan Mata celebrates scoring United's first (Getty) Pogba, 7 out of 10 – Played well. When United were under the kosh he tried to push them forward and was unafraid to take his shots. Rashford, 6 out of 10 – Started on the wing but got shifted into the middle where he was lost. He had the best chance of the first half but sent it wide. Lukaku, 6 out of 10 – Had moments of pure quality and moments of shear rubbish. Not consistent enough to be United’s first choice front man. Martial, 7 out of 10 – The manager put him out wide to utilise his pace but none of that matters when he can’t beat the first man when trying to get the ball into the box. He scored the equaliser though and persevered throughout the game. Subs: Fellaini, 6 out of 10 - Had little impact but made a nuisance out of himself. Mata, 8 out of 10 - Scored a stunning free-kick to spark the comeback.<doc-sep>Man Utd news: Player ratings from Old Trafford vs Newcastle HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign upfor the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Manchester United ratings for Newcastle win: David De Gea - 6 The Spaniard could do nothing for Newcastle's goals. But the Manchester United star didn't have a whole lot else to do besides that. Ashley Young 7 Defensively vulnerable, but a huge asset going forward. His cross for Alexis Sanchez's winner was special. Eric Bailly 3 A terrible display from the Ivory Coast international. A match so bad, he made Victor Lindelof look like Sergio Ramos. Chris Smalling 6 Spared a lower rating only because Bailly was so bad. Remember the days where he was compared to Rio Ferdinand? Those comparisons haven't aged well. Luke Shaw 6 Had better days. But never stopped getting forward. Patrice Evra-esque. Nemanja Matic 6 A calming presence in the middle of the park. However, even with United chasing a winner, never seemed to get out of second gear. Man Utd news: Our full player ratings from Old Trafford Man Utd news: Paul Pogba was brilliant against Newcastle today Paul Pogba 9 Sign Fred to unlock Paul Pogba. Sign Matic to unlock him. Appoint Zidane to unlock him. Mourinho found the solution today - play him in defence! A terrific display. Scott McTominay 5 Mourinho said he looked scared after the game. He did. Dire. Marcus Rashford 5 Again, another player Mourinho criticised. Rashford tried...but was ineffective. Man Utd news: Alexis Sanchez was the matchwinner against Newcastle Man Utd didn't need to sign Alexis Sanchez says Paul Scholes<doc-sep>
Alexis Sanchez came off the bench and rescued Manchester United - and perhaps under-fire Jose Mourinho - in a thrilling comeback win against embattled Newcastle. Newcastle, lifeless and winless heading to the north-west, looked set to ratchet up the pressure on Mourinho and sent United into a tailspin after deservedly racing into a two-goal lead through Kenedy and Yoshinori Muto. But Old Trafford was rocking during a second half that will live long in the memory as Juan Mata and Anthony Martial struck before Sanchez snatched a last-gasp winner. Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea keeps out Yoshinori Muto in the first half Manchester United (4-3-3) David De Gea 7 Stunning early saves kept his side in it when Newcastle should have been out of sight. Ashley Young 6 Fortunate not to concede a penalty with a blatant first-half handball. Eric Bailly 4 Sacrificed inside 20 minutes as Mourinho tried to rectify his early tactical howler. Chris Smalling 5 Made to look ponderous against a far from threatening Newcastle forward line. Luke Shaw 5 Put in a shift for his manager but not all his team-mates followed suit. Newcastle forward Ayoze Perez skips past Nemanja Matic at Old Trafford on Saturday Nemanja Matic 3 Lazily hung out a leg instead of pressing in the lead-up to the opening goal. Paul Pogba 6 Led the dramatic late revival after a nightmare first-half. Scott McTominay 4 Pushed back into defence in Mourinho's desperate early reshuffle after the disastrous start. Marcus Rashford 4 Crucial early miss as United looked to mount a comeback at two goals down. Romelu Lukaku 6 Barely had a kick all game but made a telling late goal-line clearance. Paul Pogba attempts an overhead kick as United pile on the pressure in the second half Anthony Martial 7 Anonymous for 70 minutes, but then weighed-in with the crucial leveller. SUBSTITUTES Mata (for Bailly 19) 7 Gave United fresh impetus and his attitude couldn't be questioned. Fellaini (for McTominay 46) 4 The hosts looked more of an attacking threat after the Belgian's introduction. Sanchez (for Rashford 67) 7.5 Produced the perfect response after his Mourinho snub. Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka spreads himself to deny Anthony Martial NEWCASTLE 4-2-3-1 Martin Dubravka 8 Made some stunning saves and unlucky to finish on losing side. DeAndre Yedlin 8 Newcastle's stand-out performer in a backs to the wall second half Jamaal Lascelles 8 Skipper led by example as the Geordies came up just short Federico Fernandez 8 Underlined his qualities in the Toon rearguard, looks a great bargain buy Javier Manquillo 7 Got forward well and solid in defence, a decent all-round display Kenedy gave Newcastle a dream start by scoring the opening goal in the seventh minute Jonjo Shelvey 8 Gave Newcastle a cutting edge with his decisive passing before fading late on. Mo Diame 7 Should have scored in the second half, but always a threat from set pieces Matt Ritchie 7 Never stopped working and always a dangerous supply line going forward Ayoze Perez 7 Great workrate but lacked a threat in front of goal Alexis Sanchez came off the bench and rescued Manchester United with late winner Kenedy 8 Took his goal in great style and a threat before going off injured. Yoshinori Muto 7 Grabbed a goal on his first Premier League start, and always looked a threat Substitutes Joselu (for Perez 88, 4), (Murphy (for Kenedy 68, 4); (Atsu (for Muto 78, 4). Referee: Anthony Taylor (Cheshire) 7. Attendance: 74,519