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Samuel Luckhurst

Manchester United player ratings: Bruno Fernandes and Fred good vs Everton

David de Gea

Beaten at his near post by Bernard in what was the first goal he was directly culpable for this season. Largely untroubled otherwise. 5

Aaron Wan-Bissaka

Should have closed down Bernard better and let Lucas Digne in to hit the woodwork. Did not improve much in the second-half. 5

Victor Lindelof

Underwent a late fitness test but lost an aerial duel that inadvertently assisted Bernard. Harry Maguire dominated the United defence. Defended stoutly at the death. 6

Harry Maguire

Steadier than in midweek and his sense of confrontation with Jordan Pickford and Lucas Digne was much-needed. Superb header to deny Dominic Calvert-Lewin. 8

Luke Shaw

Adventurous against the ageing Seamus Coleman and claimed a second assist of the week by crossing for Bruno Fernandes. Came off hurt in the second-half. 8

Scott McTominay

More alert than counterparts Allan and Abdoulaye Doucoure. Shielded United's defence with relative success. 7

Fred

Had the measure of his compatriot Allan and his passing quickened United's attacks. His energy was key as the game entered the final quarter. 8

Juan Mata

Could have been involved more often and slightly surprising he stayed on as long as he did. Prudent with the ball. 6

Bruno Fernandes

His performance level rose again with a fine header and attempted cross that put United ahead. Upped the tempo and intensity. 8

Marcus Rashford

Posed a regular threat against Coleman, left isolated by James Rodriguez. Denied by Pickford when he should have scored at 2-1. 6

Anthony Martial

Should have scored at 0-0 and sufficiently occupied Everton's unconvincing duo of Michael Keane and Mason Holgate. 6

Subs

Axel Tuanzebe

Came on for Shaw at left-back, where he had only played once before. 6

Paul Pogba

Played on the left wing. 5

Edinson Cavani

Scored his first for United. 7

Manager

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

His midfield selections were vindicated and the balance of the attack was not compromised by the absence of Mason Greenwood.  7

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