Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes on top form vs Liverpool as Rasmus Hojlund struggles to make an impact
THE Premier League’s greatest rivals could not be split following a 2-2 thriller at Anfield.
Manchester United took the lead through Lisandro Martínez before Cody Gakpo and Mo Salah put league leaders Liverpool ahead.
Amad Diallo then added to his scoring form with a leveller – setting up a grand stand finish on Merseyside.
But the game ended in a draw and this is how SunSport’s Gary Stonehouse rated United’s players.
Andre Onana – 7
Saved well from Alexis Mac Allister early on and looked strong on set-pieces – could do nothing about either goal and almost stopped Mo Salah’s penalty.
Another two saves right at the death helped his men earn a point.
Noussair Mazraoui – 7
Strong performance to help frustrate Liverpool and produced important interceptions and tackles to clear danger.
Matthijs de Ligt – 7
The Dutchman was another impressive member of the back three and seemed on a mission not to leave Anfield without a share of the spoils.
Harry Maguire – 7
Marshalled the defence well and won several big tackles and clearances.
Had his day spoiled by a yellow card for what looked to a be another great challenge and then blazed over right at the death.
Lisandro Martinez – 7
Excellent alongside the rest of the back three after indifferent form this season.
Finished his goal like a seasoned striker – with Gary Neville even comparing him to Ryan Giggs in the 1999 FA Cup semi-final.
Diogo Dalot – 7
Played on the front foot and was an attacking threat throughout but landed himself a booking for a needless and blatant foul on Mo Salah.
Kobbie Mainoo – 7
Great defensive and compact display as he got the better of his England rival Curtis Jones in front of Thomas Tuchel.
Was only taken off after United fell behind as his manager went more offensive.
Manuel Ugarte – 6
Just got caught out of position and was punished for Cody Gakpo’s goal, which marred an otherwise hard-fought and disciplined display.
Amad Diallo – 7
Turning into a man capable of producing big moments after another crucial strike.
Had messed up twice in two earlier attacks but took his goal superbly.
Bruno Fernandes – 8
The skipper was on top form for the Red Devils both defensively and with the ball.
Led his team well and fully deserved at least a point.
Rasmus Hojlund – 5
Came underfire for slack marking from Fernandes early doors then blew a big chance after beating the offside trap – a chance you NEED to take at Anfield.
Struggled to make much of an impact with the ball.
Subs
Alejandro Garnacho (for Kobbie Mainoo, 72mins) – 5
Instant impact once he came on by providing the assist and continued to be a threat until the end.
Leny Yoro (for Matthijs de Ligt, 83mins) – NA
Joshua Zirkzee (for Rasmus Hojlund, 87mins) – NA