Here are the Manchester United player ratings from their win against Omonia F.C. in the third group stage match of this year’s UEFA Europa League campaign.
An encouraging performance saw United register a hard-fought 2-3 victory over Omonia on Thursday. Despite a challenging battle against Omonia, the Red Devils have managed to bounce back to winning ways following a disappointing result in the league against Manchester City last weekend.
Erik Ten Hag’s side will now be looking to build momentum as they head into a demanding slew of fixtures over the coming weeks.
A dominant start to the game saw the Red Devils create numerous goal-scoring opportunities before the break. However, having struggled to take their chances, a lapse in concentration saw the visitors concede the first goal of the evening – this is despite the home side having resorted to a counter-attacking approach on Thursday.
A goal down heading into a break, Ten Hag’s substitutions catalyzed the team’s approach throughout the second half as the Red Devils ensured they remained dominant in possession until the final whistle.
Two goals from substitute Marcus Rashford and a goal from Anthony Martial saw the Red Devils take a 3-1 lead, following which a quick answer from Omonia saw them reduce the deficit to only one goal heading into the final five minutes of normal time.
However, despite attempting their best to register a comeback, a tenacious end to the game by the visitors ensured they maintained their marginal lead at the full-time whistle, with the hosts, inarguably, testing the Red Devils on the pitch on Thursday.
Manchester United Player Ratings Vs Omonia F.C: Starting XI
Goalkeeper
David De Gea (GK): 6/10
Reliable between the sticks, De Gea remained a steady figure throughout the game on Thursday. Expected to feature in a majority of games heading into the busy fixture schedule, the Spaniard will be keen on being on top of his game moving forward.
Defenders
Diogo Dalot (RB): 6/10
Decent on the pitch, Dalot remained a steady presence at full-back. Expected to play a vital role in the team’s prospects this season, the Portuguese international will be keen on remaining consistent on the pitch over the coming weeks.
Victor Lindelof (RCB): 5/10
At times susceptible during transitions, Lindelof delivered a decent performance on Thursday. Expected to feature in a number of games over the busy schedule, the Swedish centre-back will be keen on staking a claim for a place in the starting line-up moving forward.
Lisandro Martinez (LCB): 6/10
Tenacious in his approach, Martinez emerged as the pick of United’s defenders on Thursday. Having orchestrated the build-up from the back, the Argentine has proven to be worthy of being amongst the first names on the team sheet under Ten Hag.
Tyrell Malacia (LB): 5/10
A costly mistake by Malacia saw the home side register the first goal of the evening on Thursday. Having produced an underwhelming display, the Dutch full-back will be keen on returning to this best form over the coming weeks.
Midfielders
Casemiro (CDM): 6/10
Reliable in possession, Casemiro ensured United remained solid for most of the game against Omonia. Although much remains to be desired from the Brazilian, the midfielder will be keen on improving his performance moving forward.
Christian Eriksen (CM): 6/10
A significantly improved performance on Thursday saw Eriksen emerge as a reliable figure in midfield on Thursday. Expected to feature in the majority of games over the busy schedule, the Danish international will be keen on remaining consistent in his output over the coming weeks.
Attackers
Antony (RW): 7/10
A reliable threat in possession, Antony’s performance ensured the opposition remained wary of his attributes on Thursday. Gradually adapting to his role, the winger will be keen on finding consistency on the pitch moving forward.
Bruno Fernandes (CAM): 6/10
A mixed bag on the pitch, Fernandes remained an available figure in attacking transitions against Omonia. Having tested the opposition’s backline on numerous occasions without success, the midfielder will need to find composure in the final phase of play heading into a busy fixture schedule.
Jadon Sancho (LW): 5/10
Substituted at half-time, Sancho struggled to penetrate the opposition’s defensive line on Thursday. Amongst the few players enduring an inconsistent run of form, the winger will be keen on returning to his best over the coming weeks.
Cristiano Ronaldo (ST): 7/10
Having struggled to find the back of the net despite innumerable opportunities throughout the ninety minutes, Ronaldo failed to make the best of his opportunity against Omonia, although he did register an assist on Thursday. Expected to remain a rotational option, the Portuguese international will be keen on improving his tally of goal contributions moving forward.
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Man United Player Ratings Vs Omonia F.C: Substitutes
Marcus Rashford (LW): 8/10
An excellent cameo saw Marcus Rashford score a brace and provide an assist on Thursday. Although having been struggling for consistency, the winger will be hopeful in improving his overall contributions over the coming weeks.
Luke Shaw (LB): 6/10
Having replaced Malacia at half-time, Shaw remained a steady figure at left-back. Expected to challenge for the left-back spot in the starting line-up, the England international will be keen on making the best of his opportunities moving forward.
Anthony Martial (ST): 7/10
An impactful substitute on the evening, Martial’s introduction ensured United remained incisive in possession across the attacking third. Having struggled with injuries this season, the Frenchman will be looking to stay fit and cement his place in the starting line-up over the busy schedule of fixtures.
Fred (CM): 6/10
Introduced to energise the midfield, Fred delivered a decent cameo on Thursday. Unlikely to find a place in the starting line-up anytime soon, the Brazilian will be keen on making the best of his opportunities over the coming weeks.
Scott McTominay (CM): 6/10
Introduced late into the game, McTominay remained a steady presence in midfield during his cameo against Omonia. Expected to retain his place in the starting line-up against Everton at the weekend, the Scotsman will be keen on finding consistency moving forward.
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