Manchester United's season of optimism came to a shuddering halt on Sunday, with Newcastle United's 2-0 victory producing a string of angry confrontations.
The Red Devils were beaten by Eddie Howe's side at St James' Park on Sunday afternoon thanks to goals from Joe Willock and Callum Wilson. That result, as well as Tottenham's draw against Everton on Monday night, leaves Man Utd fifth in the Premier League.
Erik ten Hag will still expect his players to finish in the top four, but the weekend's results leaves them in danger of missing out on Champions League football for the second successive season. As such, it's perhaps understandable why Tyneside played host to the most public venting of frustration under the Dutchman's stewardship.
