Man United put in a dismal display in the first half of their Premier League contest with Newcastle which resulted in Joshua Zirkzee receiving a “brutal” reception from the Old Trafford faithful.
There were not many fans of the Manchester club expecting a result against the Magpies heading into the contest on Monday night given the form of both sides and their reservations became apparent after just four minutes when Alexander Isak headed Newcastle in front.
The Tyneside club would add a second 15 minutes later but 2-0 did not tell the whole story, as Howe’s men could have easily gone into the halftime break with at least another two goals.
Man United’s horrendous display resulted in Ruben Amorim making a tactical change with 33 minutes on the clock, bringing in Kobbie Mainoo to strengthen his midfield. Having been anonymous throughout the opening phase of the contest, Joshua Zirkzee was the man replaced, resulting in the Dutch star receiving a brutal reception from the Old Trafford crowd.