Despite being linked withArsenal, Obafemi Martins has reaffirmed his commitment to Newcastle, who have appointed RobbieElliott, their formerplayer, as strength and conditioning coach.
The trend continued after the break - a deft Elliott backheel setting Robbie Blake free while Michael Duff came within inches of converting a Thompson header across goal - as the Blades struggled to cope with their opponent's superior invention.