Jose Mourinho SLAMMED for key tactical decision in Newcastle win

The Red Devils ended their run of disappointing results by securing all three points at Old Trafford thanks to a late winner from Alexis Sanchez.

Struggling Newcastle looked to be on their way to a shock victory as they raced into a 2-0 first-half lead.

But United fought back with goals from Juan Mata and Anthony Martial before the dramatic finale.

Mourinho has been under pressure following a dismal start to the season and reports before the game suggested he could be sacked regardless of the result.

And Redknapp was amazed at the way the Portuguese set his team up, insisting he should have targeted a dominant win.

“If anyone believes this is a new dawn for Jose Mourinho and United, think again,” he told the Daily Mail.
“This was not about a team rallying for their under-fire manager.

“The players were trying to save face after a third dismal display in eight days.“A better team than Newcastle would have locked down that victory.“They are a side United should be beating routinely."

“They have not won all season, are without an away win since April and are struggling for goals.
“So why did Mourinho start two holding midfielders, Nemanja Matic and Scott McTominay?
“You knew United would have all the ball in the world.

“After defeat by West Ham and a 0-0 against Valencia, this was a chance to silence the critics with a dominant showing.

“Instead, they started slowly and conceded two sloppy goals. Old Trafford is no longer the fortress it once was."
“At times when I played there, you would do a lap of honour if you got a corner.
“Now, even teams devoid of confidence like Newcastle rock up with no fear.”

Following the international break, United return to Premier League action with a tough trip to unbeaten Chelsea.