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McClaren arrived as Newcastle manager keen to treat the cup competitions with respect, which is a step change from club policy in the past.

Toney will know the strengths and weaknesses of Northampton, where he came through the academy and went on to make 60 appearances for his home town team.

“Most definitely”, revealed McClaren.

Rooney began the game like a man with a point to prove, but, after a bright opening 20 minutes, his performance fizzled out – much like that of United’s as a whole, barring a late flurry of chances that saw Javier Hernandez and Chris Smalling go close to snatching a victor.

“I don’t think [the critics] have to doubt Ed Woodward because he has proven already for many, many years he is the right person on the right spot”, said the Dutchman ahead of United’s Saturday match against Newcastle at Old Trafford.

The Newcastle Legend has suggested that Sunderland could challenge Australia’s score in the final test match and not in a good way (for the mackems).

Wayne Rooney has admitted his performances in the opening games have been below par, but says he is confident the goals will come soon.

However, the Red Devils had to settle for a share of the spoils, as Newcastle gave a strong and valiant defensive performance.

And that criticism continued when former target Pedro signed for Chelsea, rather than United, on Thursday.

United were aware for some time that Pedro wanted to leave Barcelona after becoming frustrated by a lack of first-team football.

Newcastle head to Old Trafford this lunchtime looking to end a losing streak of seven straight away defeats.

Rooney’s goalless streak now stretches to nine games for United, and while Memphis was busy peppering the Brugge goal with shots, the England man is still yet to muster a single effort on target this season. As top-flight Premier League football simply doesn’t have...

Wayne Rooney has already claimed 12 Premier League goals against the Magpies in a Manchester United shirt, and the England skipper will be determined to add to his tally as Louis van Gaal’s side attempt to maintain their unbeaten start to the season. “I know...

With two wins from first two league games, Manchester United have started the new season on a bright note.

But the United boss remains bullish over the club’s ability to bring top global players to Old Trafford, as well as their ability to retain players they regard as central to their future plans.