Manchester United player evaluation: De Gea’s heroism drives FA Cup victory as McTominay struggles
Manchester United beat nine-man Fulham 3-1 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.
Eric Ten HugHourmark’s men fell behind when Alexander Mitrovic drove home from point-blank range.
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but Then the game flipped Within the final 20 minutes as Jadon Sancho’s effort was blocked on the line by Willian’s arm.
After a penalty was awarded and the former Chelsea man was shown a bright red card, Mitrovic was also dismissed for touching the referee in a fit of rage.
and fulham Boss Marco Silva was the third individual to be shown a red card in an astonishing few minutes.
Bruno Fernandes Changed spot kick to level up.
and 2 minutes later man united The numerical advantage was paid out before Fernandes added a third in the second half when Marcel Sabitzer completed the turnaround.
Here’s how Sunsports’ Martin Blackburn saw the performance of the Manchester United players.
david de hair – 8
There was good advice from Robinson, Willian and Mitrovic’s other players, but nothing could be done about the Serb’s first goal.
His save gave United the maximum advantage as they leveled the score.
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Aaron Wan-Bissaka – 6
Nodded in front of Dalot at right back. Despite valiant efforts, they were unable to contain Mitrovic’s opening goal.
I found it difficult to deal with the lively Willian before the Brazilian was sent off.
Harry Maguire – 6
There was a booking to drag Mitrovic out, which meant he would miss the semi-finals.
After a physical battle with Mitrovic, it must have been a relief to see the Serb get a red card.
Lisandro Martinez – 7
When he tackled Mitrovic in the box, he had Hart in his mouth.
However, just before the end of the first half, a splendid one that dismisses the same player.
A spectacular late sliding tackle on James to fend off a Fulham attack cheered the crowd.
Luke Shaw – 6
We were lucky to get away with an early push to Mitrovic – also missing the Serb for a visitor’s goal.
Sabitzer sent in a low cross from the left to give United the lead.
Scott McTominay – 5
He played for the suspended Casemiro, but failed to make exactly the same impact.
Sancho’s shot went wide in the first half after he fell back, but it was no big surprise when he was replaced by Anthony an hour earlier.
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Marcel Sabitzer – 8
It was a good play that created a chance, but it hit Leno directly. A lovely pass almost cleared Rashford.
He showed his quality with a flick past the visitors’ keeper and helped United win.
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Jadon Sancho – 7
A well-crafted free-kick from Fernandes gave him a chance, but he was unsure and hit Rashford.
Won a penalty for going around Leno and forcing Willian to handball.
He also had the second hand and sent Shaw clear.
Bruno Fernandes – 8
Straypass nearly put United in a pinch, but Martinez saved him. The second half got a lot better.
He kept his cool and sent Leno the wrong way out of his spot, pulling United level and slamming home late third.
Marcus Rashford – 6
A rare occasion without goals for the Englishman.
His best chance came when he came in from the left, but after the first blow and Leno’s save, the angle was too tight.
With United looking like they could hold out until the end, Fred was replaced.
Wout Weghorst-5
Weak in the early stages of the straight with Leno.
Returned to a deeper No10 role after a late revamp.
You must be doing something right in your manager’s eyes, as you keep getting picked to start at 10 hugs.
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Anthony (58 min of McTominay) – 7
Energizing the home side after coming in, his pass set up Sancho to score the pen.
Fred (83 by Rashford) – 7
He picked up his pace and leveled with Fernandez’s third goal.
Unused Submarines: Victor Lindelof, Tyrell Marasia, Diogo Dalot, Facundo Peristri, Jack Butland, Anthony Elanga, Coby Mainu
