Things looked to be heading further southwards when Newcastle United scored twice within the opening 10 minutes of the game at Old Trafford. However, the players gave it their all and their rescue operation proved to be a success with United just about pulling thanks to a late winner from Sanchez.
Jose Mourinho was expected to get the sack if United were to lose the game which would have seen them sink further in the table. But the fight and the quality that the players showcased in the second half helped the ‘Special One’ survive.
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Following the game, there were talks of Woodward and Mourinho holding a crunch meeting. Now, journalist Duncan Castle has revealed, as per Daily Star, what was discussed in that meeting.
Duncan Castles, whilst speaking to the Transfer Window Podcast, revealed,
While a fair share of the blame for underwhelming performances fall on Mourinho and the atmosphere he’s created, it is worth noting that most of his players have been underperforming. Manchester United have real quality in their ranks and the performance against Newcastle United proves that they become quite menacing when the manager and the players are on the same page and working towards a common goal.
Persisting with Mourinho is the reasonable thing to do at this point in time. Manchester United have quite a few high-profile matches coming up with the Premier League tie against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday being the earliest.
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