Here’s how we rated them following a day to forget in the North East.
5. Jack Robinson
Lost his marker at a United corner but Norwood's corner just went over his head. Forced to play in a 'two' after Egan's red card but acquitted himself well Photo: OWEN HUMPHREYS
6. Enda Stevens - 5
The Irish defender won't want to see Newcastle's opening goal again as he missed the cross entirely and allowed Saint-Maximin to put the home side ahead Photo: Michael Regan
7. Sander Berge - 5
Carried the ball nicely and did the simple things well early in the game before being replaced by John Lundstram in the 65th minute Photo: Michael Regan
8. John Fleck - 5
Gave United a big boost when he was declared fit after missing out at Villa but didn't have the impact he would have wanted. Replaced by L.Freeman Photo: Richard Heathcote