Manchester United suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Arsenal in their Premier League opener at Old Trafford, where moments of brilliance and poor performances defined the game. Here are the full player ratings for United:
Altay Bayindir – 4/10
Underwhelming performance by the goalkeeper, as his mishap led directly to Riccardo Calafiori’s headed goal. United’s defensive stability was shaken as Bayindir struggled with set-pieces, raising doubts about his continued presence in the starting XI.
Leny Yoro – 6/10
Showed composure in defense, managing Arsenal’s forwards with ease during open play. Switched to the left after Luke Shaw’s departure and maintained stability, but lacked aggressive positioning seen in pre-season.
Matthijs de Ligt – 6/10
Marked Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres effectively but failed to impose himself in key aerial duels. A decent performance overall, though questions linger about his ability to dominate in critical moments.
Luke Shaw – 6/10
With Amorim prioritizing attacks down Shaw’s flank, the defender didn’t disappoint. Nevertheless, his influence waned as the game advanced, signaling the need for greater endurance in the season to come.
Diogo Dalot – 6/10
Adequate support to Bryan Mbeumo offensively, frequently overlapping and delivering crosses, though none were converted. Subbed off early in the second half.
Casemiro – 5/10
An unusually passive display from the Brazilian, whose midfield presence was overshadowed by Arsenal’s Declan Rice. His lack of impact left United vulnerable during pivotal moments.
Bruno Fernandes – 5/10
Offered sporadic sparks but ultimately fell short of his usual standards. Misplaced passes and questionable decisions diminished his effectiveness.
Patrick Dorgu – 5/10
Impressed early with a drive that struck the post, but failed to maintain that level of attacking threat in the second half. Collected a booking for a rash challenge.
Mason Mount – 5/10
Delivered one notable pass, but struggled to leave a lasting impression. Mount’s off-the-ball work remains a highlight, though it was a quiet outing in central midfield.
Bryan Mbeumo – 7/10
Stood out as one of United’s brighter players, constantly testing Calafiori and posing a steady threat. However, his efforts couldn’t translate into goals on the day.
Matheus Cunha – 7/10
A tireless performance up front where he created opportunities and forced an impressive save from David Raya. His work ethic and movement were key highlights.
Substitutes
Amad Diallo – 7/10: Added urgency to United’s play but lacked the finishing touch.
Benjamin Sesko – 5/10: Hardly managed to make an impact after coming off the bench.
Manuel Ugarte – 6/10: Assisted in driving tempo in midfield late in the game.
Harry Maguire – 5/10: Conceded a quick foul after his introduction, failing to influence the match positively.
Manager Rating: 5/10
Amorim’s tactical decisions came under scrutiny. The decision to start Bayindir cost the team, while the absence of a dependable striker proved damaging. Mason Mount’s subdued performance also highlighted ongoing issues in the manager’s selection strategy.
United fans will hope for a more cohesive display in their next fixture as the Red Devils aim to regroup and pick themselves up after a lackluster opener.
