Man Utd Player Ratings vs Bournemouth, 2/10 Shocker Causing Problems (Premier League)
Michael Carrick’s bold decision to bench Bruno Fernandes backfires at Old Trafford as defensive slips and a disjointed midfield leave the struggling Red Devils trailing the Cherries.
Michael Carrick chose to drop Bruno Fernandes from the starting XI as Manchester United hosted Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.
The Premier League tie started with Bournemouth being very condensed in the middle of the park and allowing United the ball out wide, although no real significant chances fell to either side in the first 20 minutes.
As the game continued, United grew into it, but they couldn't seem to create a clear chance. With 38 minutes on the clock, a fantastic cross from Justin Kluivert finds Rayan, who finished in style to open the scoring.
Minutes later, Yoro lost his footing in the rain, allowing Adrien Truffert to pounce, and Marcus Tavernier tapped home from close range to put the visitors 2-0 up after 45 minutes.
Below is United's player ratings from the first half of the fixture.
United player ratings vs Bournemouth so far
Senne Lammens – 5/10
Some early good punches and catches, but distribution was below expected levels. Couldn't do much for either goal conceded.
Leny Yoro – 5/10
Involved early on with some major clearances. Unfortunately, he made a horrid slip just before half time that led to Bournemouth's second goal.
Harry Maguire – 6/10
Captain for the day, was strong when dealing with crosses.
Ayden Heaven – 4/10
Good with the ball at his feet, but had a few rash moments with tackles.
Diogo Dalot – 4/10
Had a lot of the ball on the left, but in attack, his final decisions were rash.
Carlos Baleba – 6/10
Dealt with a lot of bodies in the middle of the park, looked comfortable.
Andrey Santos – 4/10
Early yellow card looked lost.
Youri TIelemans – 2/10
Poor performance so far. Tasked as the side's chief creator during Fernandes' absence, Tielemans' passes were wayward and sloppy, causing endless issues for Carrick.
Mason Mount – 3/10
Played on the left wing and didn't do too much wrong, but generally not too inspiring with the ball, either.
Bryan Mbeumo – 6/10
At least he's trying, fashioned chances where he could.
Amad – 6/10
United's hardest working player, but looks isolated.