That was until the Blades imploded on the stroke of halftime when Daniel Jebbison felled Bernardo Silva in the area and Riyad Mahrez stepped forward to fire home City’s opener.
Portugal defeated the Nigerian Super Eagles 4-0 on Thursday in a friendly match.
Haaland has now scored nine goals in the first five games of his Premier League career.
City fell behind Newcastle in the first half at St James’ Park but fought their way to pull a draw.
Pep Guardiola’s men took another step towards a fourth title in five seasons, stretching their lead over Liverpool.
City grabbed deserved three points in the Saturday afternoon starter, beating United 2-0 at Old Trafford, giving more impetus to United fans calling for the sack Ole Gunnar Solskjær.
