Man Utd Player Ratings: PAOK - A Night of Mixed Emotions
So, we've all seen it - the chaotic, nail-biting, slightly frustrating draw against PAOK in the Europa League. While it wasn't the most aesthetically pleasing performance, the lads battled hard and, ultimately, that's what counts in these knockout games. Let's dive into the individual player ratings, highlighting the good, the bad, and the ugly.
The Good:
David De Gea (8/10): Honestly, what a man. The Spaniard was on fire tonight, pulling off some unbelievable saves. He's a brick wall in that goal, and man, did we need him against these Greek lads!
Bruno Fernandes (7/10): He's becoming an absolute machine in midfield. Always looking to dictate play, he's got a knack for threading through balls and creating chances, and we need that.
Marcus Rashford (7/10): Rashford was a constant threat, always looking to get in behind the defence. He's got pace to burn, and his finishing is coming on nicely.
The Bad:
Anthony Martial (5/10): He's capable of so much more. Tonight, he looked a little off-kilter, struggling to get involved in the game. Hopefully, it's just a one-off and he's back to his best soon.
Scott McTominay (5/10): He worked hard in the middle, no doubt about it. But his distribution, especially in the final third, was a little wayward.
The Ugly:
Victor Lindelöf (4/10): Ouch. This wasn't his night. A few misplaced passes and some shaky defending made for a tough time.
The Verdict
Overall, it was a mixed bag for the Red Devils. We saw flashes of brilliance, some sloppy moments, and a good dose of heart and determination. We need to tighten up defensively, especially if we want to go all the way in this competition.
But hey, a draw away from home isn't the worst result in the world. Let's hope we can turn up the heat at Old Trafford for the second leg. Come on you Reds!