Matheus Cunha and Bruno Fernandes sparkle so far under the Old Trafford lights as Michael Carrick’s refreshed side seized control to secure a dominant first-half victory in their European return against Sabah FK.
Michael Carrick made four changes to his starting XI as Manchester United returned to the Champions League by welcoming Sabah FK to Old Trafford on Thursday evening.
United started the fixture having to fend off some good ball playing from the visitors, but after 26 minutes they finally found their breakthrough, with a quality cross from Patrick Dorgu finding Matheus Cunha at the near post.
Following the goal, United gained proper control of the tie, and around 15 minutes later, Bruno Fernandes added a second following a lovely move involving Dorgu, Cunha, and Youri Tielemans.
Then, Benjamin Šeško was fed through by Bryan Mbeumo for a third before half-time, putting United in firm control in the Champions League.
United player ratings vs Sabah
Senne Lammens – 7/10
Barely had to do anything. Good with his feet.
Noussair Mazraoui – 6/10
Plenty of attacking intent but some wayward decision making with his final balls.
Leny Yoro – 7/10
Stepping in for Harry Maguire, Yoro looked composed and eager to get the ball forward.
Patrick Dorgu – /610
Started at left-back under Carrick for the first time, he had a dodgy few moments but create a fantastic cross for Cunha's goal.
Kobbie Mainoo – 8/10
Running the game in the middle of the park effortlessly,
Youri Tielemans – 8/10
Really coming into his own in Red, made some great passes and tackles both ends of the pitch. Fantastic case for Fernandes. Came off at half-time to preserve energy for Sunday.
Bruno Fernandes – 7/10
Not having a major impact but a brilliant goal.
Bryan Mbeumo – 8/10
Looked very bright on the ball, great assist for Šeško's goal.
Benjamin Šeško – 7/10
Looking to get involved and a clear presence up front, well-taken finish for United's third.
Matheus Cunha – 6.5/10
Well-taken goal, looked more comfortable back on the left, Still a couple of errors to be ironed out.
Substitutes
Mason Mount – /10
Coming on at half-time for his first competitive minutes of the season,