Ruben Amorim conceded Manchester United were fortunate to beat Newcastle 1-0 on Friday but said his under-strength squad showed impressive spirit to withstand a second-half onslaught. Missing injured captain Bruno Fernandes plus the absent Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo due to the Africa Cup of Nations, Amorim was forced to…

Patrick Dorgu’s superb 24th-minute volley was a worthy winner of the game but United spent most of the second half defending.