Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe admitted that he was relieved to hear the full-time whistle following Sunday's goalless draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford.
United, who were going in search of a fourth successive victory in all competitions, were left to rue late missed chances against the Magpies, with both Marcus Rashford and Fred guilty of missing great opportunities to scoop all three points. Erik ten Hag's side had several chances to win the game in the second half, having been second-best prior to the break, and also had two penalty claims waved away.
Newcastle, unlike in recent seasons, arrived at M16 with intentions of taking maximum points, as opposed to sitting deep, soaking up pressure and looking to hit United on the counter-attack. The Magpies went close to finding the net twice in the first half, only for Joelinton to be denied by the woodwork on both occasions.
