Newcastle United defeated Manchester United 2-0 at Old Trafford on Monday night in an English Premier League match.
This marks the first time in 45 years that Manchester United has lost three consecutive home games. Newcastle’s win at Old Trafford is only their second since 1972.
The victory came early with goals from Alexander Isak and Joelinton. Newcastle ends 2024 in fifth place in the Premier League standings.
Isak has been in excellent form, scoring 12 goals in his last four Premier League matches. He has netted eight goals in his last six consecutive games.
Manchester United last lost three consecutive home games in 1979. They finish this year in 14th place on the league table.