Man Utd player ratings vs Athletic Club, Bruno Fernandes brace but 9/10 star is now Ruben Amorim’s own Roy Keane

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Manchester United will go to Old Trafford with a healthy lead in hand after the refereeing gods finally smiled upon them in a 0-3 win.

Man Utd tried to settle early in the face of Athletic’s intense press and looked uncomfortable before Harry Maguire turned on his inner winger to cross, which was eventually headed in by Casemiro for the lead.

Athletic lost their heads soon after as Dani Vivian was sent off for his challenge on Rasmus Hojlund in dubious circumstances.

Bruno Fernandes doubled the lead from the spot then added his second soon after with a smart finish to send Man Utd fans into dreamland at half-time.

United continued to dictate proceedings and Athletic continued to feel wronged in the second half which saw multiple chances but no goals as United saw off a rare no-fuss 3-0 win.

Here’s how the players rated-

Man Utd player ratings

Andre Onana – 7

Smart save when the score was 0-0 to keep United in the game.

Leny Yoro – 7.5

Perfectly combined pace and power to shut down his side.

Harry Maguire – 8.5

Best defender? Best striker? Add the best winger as he showed proper wing play to cross for United’s first.

Victor Lindelof – 6.5

A brilliant goal-line clearance saved what was quickly becoming a nightmare game against Nico Williams.

Noussair Mazraoui – 7

Had the toughest appointment of the night against Williams but did admirably.

Patrick Dorgu – 6

Sloppy in possession during buildup but grew into it after Athletic went down to ten men.

Manuel Ugarte – 9

Two assists he was extremely good value for combined with his usual combativeness sum up a display that would make Roy Keane proud. He’s Amorim’s own Keane.

Casemiro – 8

The Europa League specialist was at it again with the first goal as he keeps rolling back the years.

Alejandro Garnacho – 7.5

Ended the game with zero goal involvements but was the biggest threat with his pace in behind.

Bruno Fernandes – 8.5

Two confident finishes speak of a player at the top of his game and determined to save this season.

Rasmus Hojlund – 7

Won the penalty and showed strength on the odd occasion the ball was lumped to him.

Substitutes

Mason Mount – 7

Buzzed about with purpose but needs consistent game time. Not always on the same wavelength as his teammates.

Matthijs de Ligt – 7.5

Picked up from where he left off before his injury with impressive last-ditch defending and calm passing.

Luke Shaw – 7

Continued at wing-back after successful experiment vs Bournemouth. Played with energy.

Kobbie Mainoo – 6

Came on late and won some fouls through his hustle.

Amad – 6

A welcome return and he showed some nice touches. Will be crucial going forward.