Man United Ratings: One Scores 9/10, Five Get 8/10 vs Arsenal
Manchester United has begun their campaign under Michael Carrick with remarkable success, defeating the Premier League’s top teams in consecutive matches. Their latest accomplishment was a thrilling 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Match Overview
United faced an early challenge when Arsenal seized the lead through a goal that caught their defense off guard. Lisandro Martinez struggled in a physical exchange with Jurrien Timber, allowing the hosts to score. However, United quickly responded with a goal from Bryan Mbeumo, who capitalized on a defensive error by Martin Zubimendi.
Defining Moments
- First Half: Mbeumo leveled the score by rounding goalkeeper David Raya.
- Second Half: Patrick Dorgu scored a stunning volley to give United the lead.
- Late Drama: Mikel Merino equalized for Arsenal, only for Matheus Cunha to net the winner moments later.
Player Ratings
The player ratings highlight key performances during the match:
| Player | Rating | Performance Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Senne Lammens | 7 | Made important saves but crowded out during Arsenal’s equalizer. |
| Diogo Dalot | 7 | Effective against Trossard and displayed comfort at right-back. |
| Harry Maguire | 9 | The standout center-back, demonstrating strong form that could warrant a new contract. |
| Lisandro Martinez | 7 | Struggled initially but made crucial defensive blocks. |
| Luke Shaw | 8 | Solid defense against Saka, maintaining awareness throughout the game. |
| Casemiro | 7 | Contributed effectively to defense and maintained composure. |
| Kobbie Mainoo | 8 | Grew into the game, helping United establish control, and provided a late assist. |
| Amad | 6 | Delivered good corners but had a missed opportunity on a counter-attack. |
| Bruno Fernandes | 7 | Had a mixed performance with moments of danger but some sloppy passes. |
| Patrick Dorgu | 8 | Redeemed himself with a fantastic goal after an earlier mistake. |
| Bryan Mbeumo | 8 | A consistent threat with his smart movement and well-taken goal. |
| Matheus Cunha (Substitutes) | 8 | Made a significant impact off the bench with a brilliant winner. |
| Benjamin Sesko (Substitutes) | 7 | Limited time to influence the game. |
| Noussair Mazraoui (Substitutes) | 6 | Late appearance with minimal impact. |
With this victory, Manchester United showcases their potential to challenge for top honors in the league. The performance under Carrick suggests a promising outlook for the remainder of the season.
