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Andre Onana – 6 – Made seven saves, four from inside the box, but of course did concede three therefore can’t be much higher rated.

Victor Lindelof – 5.5 – Had to deal with Foden drifting inside and Walker overlapping down the right flank. Did make two interceptions, one clearance and one block but was beaten on quite a few occasions to let City into dangerous areas down the right flank.

Jonny Evans – 5 – Lost all four of his duels and wasn’t aggressive enough to deal with the likes of Haaland and Alvarez.

Harry Maguire – 6.5 – The more aggressive of the defenders, getting tighter with Haaland, winning all four of his duels and making eight clearances.

Diogo Dalot – 5 – Struggled up against Grealish when isolated in 1v1 areas, did make two tackles, one interception and three clearances, but was beaten down the left on a few occasions and struggled to keep Grealish quiet.

Sofyan Amrabat – 5 – Was subbed after 45 minutes, received a yellow card and was dribbled past once in a central area.

Christian Eriksen – 6 – Tried to get on the ball for United in deeper areas and make things happen, made one key pass and created one big chance. Also completed two out of two long balls.

Marcus Rashford – 4 – Failed to get himself involved enough as the United outlet, the space was there out wide but he didn’t use it. Only managed one shot (off target) and completed only one of his five dribble attempts.

Scott McTominay – 6.5 – Was United’s main threat, having two shots on target, completing his only dribble attempt and his only long ball attempt. Also did his bit defensively with four tackles, one interception, two blocks and two clearances.

Bruno Fernandes – 5 – Head dropped and didn’t look interested. Did make two key passes and two shots (one on target and one off target) but didn’t lead by example as captain and could’ve done a lot more.

Rasmus Hojlund – 5.5 – Gave away the penalty for City’s first goal, but did try to make things happen in attack for United. Made two key passes, completed two out of two dribbles and won four of his seven ground duels.

Subs: Mason Mount 5, Sergio Reguilon 4, Alejandro Garnacho 4, Antony 3, Anthony Martial 4.

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Video: Marcus Rashford picks his all-time favourite Man United goal and it is not a surprise

Darren Looney — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 20:08:47 +0000

Man United host rivals Man City in the Manchester derby on Sunday and ahead of the big match, Marcus Rashford has picked his all-time favourite goal from the Red Devils’ history.

The United forward sat down with rapper Aitch, who is also a Man United fan, and the two discussed their favourite Man United goal of all time, with the pair picking the same one.

There have been some huge goals in the history of the Premier League giants, from Solskjaer’s winner in the 1999 Champions League final to Scholes’ screamer against Barcelona in 2008, but Rashford’s favourite ever goal is Wayne Rooney’s overhead kick against Man City during the 2011 Manchester derby.

.@OfficialAitch and @MarcusRashford choose their favourite all-time Manchester United goal! ?? pic.twitter.com/JOTBHlkSNr

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 27, 2023

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Manchester United player ratings: Harry Maguire and Andre Onana rescue United

Connor Holden — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:54:46 +0000

Manchester United managed to get their first win in the Champions League this season with a 1-0 victory over Copenhagen at Old Trafford.

The only goalscorer of the game was Harry Maguire in the 72nd minute, to give United the lead and secure them the three points.

Read on for our United player ratings, and who stood out for the Red Devils…

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Andre Onana – 8.5 – Saved a penalty last minute of the game to secure the victory for United, making four saves throughout the game.

Diogo Dalot – 7.5 – Very solid game from Dalot, stopped everything down his side making four clearances, one block and one tackle, and also making one key pass when getting forward down the right.

Raphael Varane – 7 – His return from injury was a boost for United, making five clearances, one block, completing five of his eight long balls and winning six out of six aerial duels.

Harry Maguire – 8 – The decisive goal scorer for United on the day, and was very solid defensively too. winning five of his seven duels. Big performance from the Englishman.

Sergio Reguilon – 6.5 – Managed 63 minutes at left back and didn’t do too badly, however he did get dribbled past a couple of times on his left flank. Going forwards did offer for United on the overlap, and made one key pass.

Scott McTominay – 6.5 – Covered a lot of ground in midfield, going box to box and making one key pass and creating one big chance. Did pick up a yellow card in the second half and took three off target shots.

Sofyan Amrabat – 5 – Only managed 45 minutes as he went off with a suspected injury, had a pass accuracy of 89% completing 24 of his 27 passes.

Marcus Rashford – 7 – Wanted to be direct down the left, made two key passes, two out of two long balls, and took three shots (one on target, one off target and one being blocked).

Bruno Fernandes – 7.5 – Fernandes created a lot for United, making four key passes, competing four out of six long balls and knitting everything together nicely for the Red Devils.

Antony – 5 – Only played 63 minutes but wasn’t able to have much of an imprint on the game, completed two of his four dribbles but didn’t create anything significant.

Rasmus Hojlund – 5.5 – Not his best game, missing a big chance and taking three shots all off target or blocked. He did make two key passes and hold the ball up well at times so that deserves some credit.

Subs: Christian Eriksen 7, Victor Lindelof 6, Alejandro Garnacho 4, Anthony Martial 4.

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Man United team news: Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay start against Sheffield United

Jason Pettigrove — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 18:40:53 +0000

Whilst Saturday’s fixture at Bramall Lane isn’t quite a must win for Erik ten Hag and Man United, anything less than three points against Sheffield United will be seen as a huge opportunity missed by the Red Devils.

The Dutchman, whilst taking the fixture as seriously as any other, has switched his team around for the Saturday night encounter, with Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay coming into the starting line up.

? Tonight's United XI to face the Blades.#MUFC || #SHUMUN

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 21, 2023

Andre Onana keeps his place in goal, with Maguire partnered by Victor Lindelof and the full-back slots taken by Sofyan Amrabat and Diogo Dalot.

McTominay and Jonny Evans will sit behind a three of Antony, Bruno Fernandes, and Marcus Rashford with Rasmus Hojlund ploughing a lone furrow up front.

Sheffield United are already fighting for their Premier League lives.

The Blades are rock bottom of the English top-flight with only one point to their name so far. Just six goals scored and 22 conceded hints at the task ahead of the hosts.

Man United may just have turned the corner with Scott McTominay’s late, late show against Brentford, and if they can get the three points things start looking a lot brighter for ten Hag and the squad.

The manner of the performance is always important to the Red Devils, though getting the result on Saturday, however it comes, is paramount.

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England player ratings: Bellingham shines as England qualify for EURO 2024

Connor Holden — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:23:42 +0000

England managed to beat Italy 3-1 in their EURO qualifying game, to secure their qualification to EURO 2024.

After Italy took the lead in the 15th minute, England battled back to win the game 3-1 with goals from Harry Kane (x2) and Marcus Rashford to secure their qualification to EURO 2024 with two games to spare.

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Jordan Pickford – 7 – Pickford made three saves, including two from inside the box, and made 40 accurate passes. Not much he could do about the Italy goal, was a shot from very close range,

Kieran Trippier – 6.5 – Trippier played left back which he has done on many occasions for England despite being a natural right back. Made two clearances, one interception and two tackles, and made one key pass.

Harry Maguire – 7 – Was solid throughout, made two clearances, one block, one interception and two tackles, as well as making 69/74 accurate passes, and completing six out of ten long passes.

John Stones – 6.5 – Played 63 minutes, only having to make two defensive actions (one block and one interception). Was still getting on the ball a lot in build up with 61/64 accurate passes, and winning two out of his three ground duels.

Kyle Walker – 7 – Kept things quiet down the right flank, making two clearances, one block, and two interceptions. Walker also made three out of three long balls.

Declan Rice – 6.5 – Not as much to do as usual for Rice, only making one clearance and one tackle in the middle of the park. However he won both of his duels (2/2) and had a 93% pass accuracy, keeping it simple in the middle.

Kalvin Phillips – 6 – Had a few rash challenges, picking up a yellow and could have had another to make it red. Just looked a few seconds off the pace on the night. Only made one tackle and one interception.

Marcus Rashford – 7.5 – Scored a lovely goal to give England a 2-1 lead. Took four shots (two on target and two off target), completed two out of three dribble attempts, and won five out of his eight duels.

Jude Bellingham – 9 – Ran the game playing slightly further forward again for England in attacking midfield. Won the penalty to get England back in the game, and then broke free in midfield to release Rashford for the second goal. Made two key passes, had one shot on target and completed three out of his four dribble attempts.

Phil Foden – 7 – Least involved in the front four, but still made one key pass and had one shot on target playing out wide. Linked up well with Bellingham, and completed two out of his five dribble attempts.

Harry Kane – 8 – Scored the penalty to make it 1-1, and then scored the third England goal of the game to secure the victory with a lovely solo goal and wonderful finish. Scored two goals with his only two shots.

Subs: Marc Guehi 5, Jordan Henderson 5, Jack Grealish 4.

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Video: Superb Bellingham counter sees Rashford slam home England second

Jason Pettigrove — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 20:13:13 +0000

A rasping finish from Marcus Rashford which saw England take the lead against Italy owed much to Jude Bellingham’s counter attack.

The Real Madrid ace has been enjoying a fine season at club level and his desire and intelligence to firstly win and carry the ball, before delivering it to his colleague and then taking the defender out wide to open up the space was a joy to watch.

Rashford hasn’t had the best time of it at Man United by contrast, and the way in which he leathered the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma sent a clear message to his doubters.

Jude Bellingham & Marcus Rashford that is absolutely OUTSTANDING ??#C4Football | #ENGITA | #EURO2024 pic.twitter.com/D0CEFOrFeC

— Channel 4 Sport (@C4Sport) October 17, 2023

Rashford scores a great goal for England against Italy.

HE'S BACK!!pic.twitter.com/O6S1sKJLp4

— Manchester United Die Hard Fans (@DieHardUtdFans) October 17, 2023

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England team news: Colwill benched as Southgate reverts to type against Italy

Jason Pettigrove — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:01:32 +0000

It shouldn’t really come as too much of a surprise that Gareth Southgate has gone with his tried and test players for England’s Euro2024 qualifier against Italy on Tuesday evening.

The Three Lions will be expected to win the fixture at Wembley which would guarantee their passage to the finals next summer.

One glaring omission is that of Chelsea’s Levi Colwill, though Southgate clearly feels the youngster needs more club experience before he can consider making him a starter for his country.

Harry Maguire therefore partners John Stones at the back and the Man United centre-back has it all to prove, to himself, to the supporters and to Erik ten Hag.

Tonight's #ThreeLions! ? pic.twitter.com/ghXnGMBQL5

— England (@England) October 17, 2023

If the defender is able to produce a top-level defensive performance, it just sends a message in the Dutchman’s direction that he’s not finished just yet, he’s perhaps just lacking a little confidence.

Either side of the central defenders are Newcastle’s in-form Kieran Trippier and Kyle Walker, with a midfield of Declan Rice, Kalvin Phillips and Jude Bellingham.

Harry Kane captains the side as always, and he’ll be flanked by the Manchester duo of Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden.

Jordan Pickford keeps his place in between the sticks against a side who’ve scored in all of their international fixtures in 2023.

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England player ratings: Watkins scores winner, as Johnstone wonders keeps England in it

Connor Holden — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:01:11 +0000

England managed to beat Australia 1-0, after Ollie Watkins gave England the lead in the 57th minute.

In a game that lacked creativity in the final third, England still managed to conjure up a victory, making it two wins in a row, and remaining unbeaten since December 2022. England will now take on Italy in a EURO qualifying game, on Tuesday 17th October.

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