On April 13, 2025, Newcastle United delivered a stunning 4-1 victory over Manchester United at St James’ Park, climbing to fourth in the Premier League. Harvey Barnes’ second-half brace stole the show despite the absence of manager Eddie Howe, who was hospitalized after feeling unwell.
With assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones in charge, Newcastle struck first through Sandro Tonali’s clinical 24th-minute finish, capitalizing on a Manuel Ugarte error. Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho equalized against the run of play in the 37th minute, but Newcastle regained control after the break.
Newcastle have done the league double over Man Utd for the first time in 94 years and won three consecutive home league games against the Red Devils for the first time in 55 years.
They've now won five of the last six meetings, more than they had in their previous 41 combined.… pic.twitter.com/VwmnOH7lIV
— Squawka (@Squawka) April 13, 2025Barnes restored the lead in the 49th minute, finishing a pinpoint pass from Jacob Murphy. He struck again in the 64th, dispossessing Noussair Mazraoui and firing past United’s keeper Altay Bayindir. Bruno Guimaraes sealed the rout in the 77th minute, punishing Bayindir’s errant pass.
Barnes became the first Newcastle player to score twice against United in a league match since Alan Shearer in 2000. Alexander Isak and Kieran Trippier also shone, while United’s Bayindir struggled in his first Premier League start, replacing the benched Andre Onana.
🚨🏴 GOAL | Newcastle 3-1 Manchester United | Harvey Barnes
HARVEY BARNES MAKES IT THREE FOR NEWCASTLE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!pic.twitter.com/4FLtbSPz2G
— Tekkers Foot (@tekkersfoot) April 13, 2025With a game in hand, Newcastle’s win puts them one point behind third-placed Nottingham Forest, bolstering their Champions League hopes. Manchester United, winless in four matches, sits 14th, facing their worst Premier League points total.
The Magpies’ emphatic performance signals their top-four ambitions, while United’s woes deepen ahead of their Europa League clash. Barnes’ heroics and Howe’s absence highlight Newcastle’s resilience and depth.
