Dramatic triumph: Ten-man Newcastle stun Manchester United with late William Osula winner

Newcastle United overcame a first-half red card to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United, with William Osula striking late to seal a memorable win at St James’ Park.

The Magpies were reduced to 10 men before the interval but showed resilience and composure to outplay their visitors, earning three hard-fought points in front of a raucous home crowd.

The turning point appeared to arrive in first-half stoppage time when J. Ramsey was dismissed for Newcastle in the 45th minute plus one.

The hosts were forced to reorganise quickly as Manchester United sought to capitalise on their numerical advantage.

Despite the setback, Newcastle struck first. Deep into added time, Anthony Gordon calmly converted from the penalty spot in the sixth minute of stoppage time to give his side the lead.

The goal lifted the home support and shifted the momentum back in Newcastle’s favour at a crucial moment.

Manchester United responded almost immediately. Casemiro found the net three minutes later, in the ninth minute of added time, restoring parity before the break and ensuring the contest remained finely balanced heading into the second half.

With the score level at 1-1 and Newcastle a man down, the expectation was that the visitors would assert control. Instead, it was the Magpies who carried the greater threat.

Their work rate and defensive discipline frustrated Manchester United, while their counter-attacks continued to trouble the away side.

As the match edged towards full-time, Newcastle’s persistence was rewarded.

In the 90th minute, William Osula unleashed a decisive strike to put the hosts back in front.

The late goal sparked celebrations around the stadium and ultimately proved decisive.

Manchester United were unable to mount a response in the closing moments, as Newcastle held firm to complete an impressive victory against the odds.

The result underlined Newcastle’s determination and fighting spirit, while Manchester United were left to reflect on a missed opportunity against a side that played almost an entire half with ten men.