Bryan Mbeumo shone but was letdown by his Manchester United teammates as they secured a dramatic 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. Ruben Amorim made three changes to his side with Harry Maguire, Noussair Mazraoui and Patrick Dorgu selected instead of Leny Yoro, Diogo Dalot and Benjamin Sesko.
United took the lead when the excellent Mbeumo headed in from close range after a brilliant cross from Amad Diallo and some expert build-up play by Matheus Cunha in what was a rather low-key first half.
Tottenham started the better of the two sides after the break, but were twice denied by Senne Lammens, who made a couple of important stops, while Brennan Johnson had a goal disallowed for offside. The home side continued to dominate and finally secured an equaliser when Mathys Tel turned in the box.
It looked like United would hold on for a point, but things turned from bad to worse when Richarlison glanced in what looked to be a dramatic winner in extra time. Amorim’s side dug deep, though and salvaged a point at the death through Matthijs De Ligt.
Here is how we rated the United players.
An early scare when he conceded a cheap corner, but he responded well and made a crucial stop from Romero. Not much he could do about the goals.
1. Senne Lammens - 6
An early scare when he conceded a cheap corner, but he responded well and made a crucial stop from Romero. Not much he could do about the goals. | Manchester United via Getty Images
A robust defensive performance. He made some crucial blocks and interceptions in his own area while posing a threat at the other end of the pitch. Unfortunate for the goal but redeemed himself at the death.
2. Matthijs De Ligt - 8
A robust defensive performance. He made some crucial blocks and interceptions in his own area while posing a threat at the other end of the pitch. Unfortunate for the goal but redeemed himself at the death. | AFP via Getty Images
Dealt well with Kolo Muani and provided a focal point in the United attack. Another solid defensive display before his injury blow.
3. Harry Maguire - 6
Dealt well with Kolo Muani and provided a focal point in the United attack. Another solid defensive display before his injury blow. | Manchester United via Getty Images
Another good display in a fluid defensive role. He provided balance in a back three and pushed into midfield when they used a back four. Beaten too easily by Romero for a good Spurs chance.
4. Luke Shaw - 6
Another good display in a fluid defensive role. He provided balance in a back three and pushed into midfield when they used a back four. Beaten too easily by Romero for a good Spurs chance. | Manchester United via Getty Images