Chinazaekpere Dorgu the hero for Manchester United against Newcastle United

Manchester United beat Newcastle United 1-0 at home in the Premier League. Chinazaekpere Dorgu scored the only goal of the game in the first half.

Manchester United took an early lead when Patrick Dorgu netted after 24 minutes, making it 1-0.

Manchester United are now in fifth place, while Newcastle United are in 11th place.

Manchester United play Wolverhampton Wanderers on 30 December, Leeds United on 4 January and Burnley (away) on 7 January. Newcastle United's next opponents are Burnley on 30 December, Crystal Palace on 4 January and Leeds United (home) on 7 January.