Newcastle's centre backs will be relieved that Wayne Rooney hasn't put that chance away. Despite a lengthy spell of Newcastle pressure, Manchester United were able to push forward, with Javier Hernandez twisting away from Fabricio Coloccini before releasing the ball for Rooney, who blew up Mike Williamson before fizzing an angled drive over Tim Krul's crossbar. Krul himself helped get the ball to safety, but the referee didn't notice and gave Newcastle the goal kick. Close one for the hosts though.
Newcastle United Vs. Manchester United: Wayne Rooney Blazes Chance Over Bar
After maybe fifteen minutes of Newcastle bossing the game (they really should have scored, so panicked was the United defence), United are back in this a little bit. Still, they need a win here and they’re not really playing like they’re going to get it, at least for now. Newcastle, for their part, will be slightly worried that for all of their early dominance they’ve failed to force Edwin van der Sar into any significant save.
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