The soccer world was shocked to hear that Newcastle United's manager Eddie Howe was in hospital this week due to illness. However, his long-term assistant Jason Tindall stepped up and guided the Magpies to a 4-1 win over Manchester United in the Premier League. The result means that Newcastle is now fourth in the division — with a game in hand over their rivals in qualification for the Champions League.

Below, we're rating the Newcastle players on a scale of 1 to 10.

Pope made a great save to deny Joshua Zirkzee early on. However, he could do nothing about Alejandro Garnacho's goal. Newcastle has recently been linked with Aaron Ramsdale, but Pope proved that he is still a worthy number one for the Magpies.

Trippier was involved in the build-up to Sandro Tonali's opening goal. The full-back linked up very well with Jacob Murphy on the right flank. Emil Krafth came on for the 34-year-old in the 79th minute.

Another solid performance from Schär, who helped keep Zrikzee and then Rasmus Hojlund quiet.