Premier League giants Manchester United secured progress into this season’s edition of the UEFA Europa League round of 16, after cruising past the challenge of Belgian outfit Club Brugge. The Red Devils were the dominant side in the tie right from the off, and some strong displays in midfield from the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Fred and Scott McTominay ensured that the away side were never really given a whiff of goal. Add in the fact that Brugge went down to ten men as well, and it’s not surprising that United came away with a 5-0 win.
Manchester United Players Rated In Win Vs Club Brugge
Sergio Romero – 6
The travelling side failed to have an extended period of pressure on the United defence, which left the goalie with little to do. Didn’t have a single shot on target to deal with.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka – 6.5
The young full-back moved the ball around with good intent in the final third but was caught out of position on multiple instances in the first half. Needs to work harder while tracking back.
Eric Bailly – 6.5
The defender has been given a look in by Ole after his inspired display against Chelsea. Showed composure with the ball at his feet and never got into any trouble throughout the ninety.
Harry Maguire – 7
The Englishman didn’t allow the dangerous Brugge attackers too much space to run into in the fixture, especially after the away side went down to ten men. Made some useful forward dashes also.
Luke Shaw – 7
The former Southampton man made multiple sharp forward runs in the tie and linked up exceptionally well with the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Juan Mata. Worked hard while tracking back too.
Fred – 8.5
The Brazilian midfielder was very much the commander of this United team for the entire fixture. He moved the ball around with high confidence and even scored two goals on the night.
Scott McTominay – 8
The young Scot put in an industrious shift in the middle of the park with his passing as well as defensive covering. Showed that he deserves to be a part of this United team with a brilliant goal.
Juan Mata – 7
The Spaniard had a couple of decent chances to find the net and was perhaps unfortunate not to get on the scoresheet. Got the assist for the Ighalo’s goal but needs to offer more going forward.
Bruno Fernandes – 8
The midfielder put in an excellent display in the middle of the park for United. Linked the ball up superbly, put his penalty away with confidence, and played a superb ball in for Ighalo’s goal.
Daniel James – 6.5
The speedster made multiple dangerous advances over the course of the first half but did lack a certain conviction in the final third. Was substituted by Ole at half-time for Tahith Chong.
Odion Ighalo – 7
The former Watford striker put in an excellent display on his first United start, as he held the ball up well and tried to bring teammates into the game. Even picked up a debut goal.
Substitutes
Tahith Chong – 6.5
The youngster was brought on at half-time as United entered cruise control, having already picked up a three-goal lead. Moved the ball around with good intensity and conviction.
Jesse Lingard – 6.5
The Englishman picked up a rather valuable assist on the night and worked hard in the final stages of the tie. Made some excellent forward runs to try and open the Brugge defence up.
Mason Greenwood – NA
Didn’t have time to make an impact.
