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

Manchester United vs Brentford, Man United vs Brentford

A dominating display saw Man United end their three-game winless run in the Premier League on Wednesday as the Red Devils secured a 1-0 victory over Brentford at Old Trafford. Excellent in their application across the pitch, Erik Ten Hag’s side will be keen on building on the momentum moving forward as they aim to cement their place in the top four over the coming weeks.

A boisterous start to the first half saw the hosts impose themselves on the opposition. Compelling in their tactical execution on the pitch, a proactive approach resulted in the home side breaking the deadlock in the 27th minute through Marcus Rashford’s sublime strike following a corner routine, before moving into the break.

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However, despite keeping the pressure on the opposition in the second half, unable to maintain control of the game, United struggled to cope with the Bees’ search for an equaliser on Wednesday. Nevertheless, having remained competitive in their defensive performance, the hosts emerged victorious on the evening as they continue their quest for the top-four moving into the busy end of the campaign.

Man United Player Ratings Vs Brentford: Starting XI

David De Gea (GK) – 6/10: Despite registering a number of crucial saves, De Gea struggled to remain consistent in his distribution against the Bees. Yet to find consistency across his recent displays, the Spaniard will be keen on performing to the best of his abilities moving forward.

Diogo Dalot (RB) – 7/10: A notable presence throughout the game, Dalot ensured he had a positive impact on the pitch on Wednesday. Likely to have boosted his confidence, the full-back will be keen on finding consistency in his performances over the coming fixtures.

Raphael Varane (RCB) – 6/10: Commanding at the back, Varane delivered a notable display against the Bees. With the Frenchman an integral part of the team’s performances, the centre-back will look to maintain his impressive standard of display moving forward.

Lisandro Martinez (LCB) – 7/10: An imposing presence at the back, Martinez had a positive impact on Wednesday. With the Argentinian key to the team’s defensive organisation, the centre-back will look to remain consistent over the remainder of the season.

Luke Shaw (LB) – 6/10: Despite having been substituted before half-time owing to an injury, Shaw delivered a notable display against Thomas Frank’s side. With his availability in the near future, the left-back will be keen on making a quick recovery from injury over the coming weeks.

Scott McTominay (CM) – 7/10: Excellent in his application on the pitch, McTominay delivered a dominating performance on Wednesday. Having been promising in his impact on proceedings, the midfielder will look to find consistency on the pitch moving forward.

Marcel Sabitzer (RCM) – 7/10: A positive presence in midfield, Sabitzer delivered a notable performance against the Bees. Having shown impressive attributes on the pitch, the Austrian will look to remain consistent in his displays over the coming fixtures.

Bruno Fernandes (LCM) – 6/10: Decent in possession, Fernandes ensured United remain organised across the pitch against Brentford. Although having struggled to make the best of goal-scoring opportunities, the midfielder remained amongst the bright sparks for United on Wednesday.

Antony (RW) – 7/10: Excellent work rate combined with an appetite for goal saw Antony deliver a positive display at Old Trafford. With the Brazilian expected to retain his place in the starting line-up moving forward, Antony will be keen on performing to his potential over the coming fixtures.

Jadon Sancho (LW) – 7/10: Impactful in testing the opposition’s defence, Sancho delivered a notable display on Wednesday. With the forward hoping to receive adequate game-time, Sancho will be keen on making the best of his opportunities moving forward.

Marcus Rashford (ST) – 7/10: The only goal-scorer on the evening, Rashford ensured he remain a threatening presence across the attacking third against Brentford. Integral to the team’s prospects, the forward will look to maintain his excellent standard of output over the remainder of the season.

Man United Player Ratings Vs Brentford: Substitutes

Tyrell Malacia (LB) – 6/10: Having replaced Shaw before half-time, Malacia delivered a promising display on Wednesday. Likely to receive more than adequate game-time over the coming fixtures, the Dutchman will be keen on making a notable impact on the pitch moving forward.

Fred (CM) – 6/10: Decent in his application, Fred delivered an average cameo against Brentford. Yet to cement his place in the starting line-up, the midfielder will be keen on making the best of his opportunities over the coming weeks.

Anthony Martial (ST) – 6/10: An imposing presence across the attacking third, the Man United forward delivered a promising performance against Brentford. Likely to be eased back into the starting line-up, the striker will look to have impactful cameos on the pitch.

Victor Lindelof (RCB) – 6/10: Introduced to solidify the defence, Lindelof remained largely untested on Wednesday. Expected to receive adequate game-time, the centre-back will be keen on making the best of his opportunities moving forward.

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