Man United vs Tottenham | 2022/23 PL | Player Ratings for the Red Devils

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A sublime display saw Man United clinch three crucial points at Old Trafford as the Red Devils secured a compelling 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday. Dominant for most part of the ninety minutes, Erik Ten Hag’s side ensured they retained control of possession whilst having been solid across all aspects of the game against Spurs.

An intense start to the game saw both sides look for an early goal on Wednesday. Looking to pressurise the home side, visitors side ensured they created several goal-scoring opportunities early in the game, however, failing to find the back of the net before United gradually grew into the game over the course of the first half.

A number of goal-scoring opportunities saw the Red Devils pin back the pressure on Antonio Conte’s men before the break, although both sides failed to find the back of the net before the first half. A palpable start to the second half saw Man United get on the front foot with a deflected strike by Fred as the hosts broke the deadlock against Tottenham.

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Struggling to cope with United’s excellent ball retention in key attacking areas and testing their organised defence, Spurs remained second-best on the pitch for most of the half, with Bruno Fernandes having scored the winning goal on the night; helping the Red Devils move within one point of fourth-placed Chelsea ahead of the clash against the Blues at the weekend.

Manchester United Player Ratings Vs Tottenham Hotspur: Starting XI

Goalkeeper

David De Gea (GK) – 7/10: Excellent between the sticks, De Gea ensured Man United remained solid in the back throughout the game against Tottenham. Having delivered a notable all-around performance, the Spaniard will be hoping to replicate the same moving forward.

Defenders

Diogo Dalot (RB) – 6/10: An efficient figure on the pitch, Dalot delivered a notable performance on Wednesday. Having been amongst the promising players this season, the right-back will be keen on being consistent on the pitch over the coming weeks.

Raphael Varane (RCB) – 7/10: A formidable figure at the back, Varane delivered yet another compelling display against Spurs. Pivotal to United’s defensive prowess, the Frenchman will be keen on remaining consistent in his performances moving forward.

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Lisandro Martinez (LCB) – 7/10: Another solid performance saw Martinez remain an imposing figure in defence on Wednesday. Having proven to be excellent on the pitch, the Argentinian centre-back is expected to remain amongst the first names on the team sheet over the coming fixtures.

Luke Shaw (LB) – 6/10: A reliable presence at left-back, Shaw delivered a notable performance against Spurs. Having delivered a series of promising displays, the England international will be keen on gaining consistency on the pitch moving forward.

Midfielders

Casemiro (CDM) – 8/10: Excellent in orchestrating the midfield, Casemiro ensured United remained dominant in transition and ball retention on Wednesday. Having shown gradual improvement in his displays in recent weeks, the midfielder will be keen on remaining consistent on the pitch over the coming weeks.

Fred (CM) – 8/10: Tenacious in his approach, Fred delivered an impactful performance against Spurs. Expected to retain his spot against Chelsea, the Brazilian will be keen on finding consistency in his performances moving forward.

Attackers

Antony (RW) – 7/10: Excellent in possession, Antony ensured he remained a constant threat during attacking transitions on Wednesday. Having delivered an encouraging display, the winger will be keen on continuing to deliver notable contributions over the coming weeks.

Bruno Fernandes (CAM) – 7/10: An impactful performance saw Fernandes thrive in a disciplined role against Spurs. While much remains to be desired from his performances, the Portuguese international will be looking to deliver consistent contributions moving forward.

Jadon Sancho (LW) – 6/10: Decent in possession, Sancho remained a reliable figure on the flanks on Wednesday. Having struggled for consistency, the winger will be looking to gradually improve his contributions over the coming weeks.

Marcus Rashford (ST) – 6/10: Having failed to convert several goal-scoring opportunities, Rashford will be keen on improving on his finishing over the coming weeks. Expected to play a majority of games over the coming weeks, the forward will be looking to find composure in front on goal moving forward.

Man United Player Ratings Vs Tottenham Hotspur: Substitutes

Scott McTominay (CM) – 6/10: A decent cameo saw McTominay remain a reliable presence on the pitch against Spurs. With severe competitions for places across the midfield positions, the Scotsman will be keen on making the best of his opportunities moving forward.

Anthony Elanga (LW) – 6/10: Introduced to add fresh legs in the attack, Elanga delivered an average cameo on Wednesday.

Christian Eriksen (CM) – 6/10: Named on the bench, Eriksen will be keen on returning to the starting line-up facing Chelsea. With the team reliant on his attributes, the Danish international will be keen on staking a claim for a starting spot at the weekend.

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