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Patrick Dorgu's wonder goal punishes a wasteful Newcastle United as Manchester United eked out a 1-0 win over the Magpies in their Premier League Boxing Day battle.
Next Game: Manchester United vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers - Tuesday, December 30 at 8.15pm in Premier League
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 4 | Chelsea | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| 5 | Manchester United | 18 | 4 | 29 |
| 6 | Liverpool | 17 | 3 | 29 |
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