Man Utd Ratings: Diallo Shines vs PAOK - Amad's Got Talent!
Okay, so let's get real - the Europa League isn't exactly the Champions League, right? But it's still a competition Man Utd needs to take seriously, and the PAOK clash was a chance for some fringe players to shine. And shine they did, especially Amad Diallo.
The young winger, who's been on loan at Sunderland, was thrown into the starting lineup and he was electric. He was a constant threat down the right flank, his pace and skill causing the PAOK defense all sorts of problems. Diallo's creativity and ability to beat his man were evident throughout the match.
Here's how the rest of the lads fared:
Man Utd Ratings:
David De Gea: He was a bit of a spectator in this one, but when he was called upon, he showed his class. 7/10
Aaron Wan-Bissaka: A steady performance, but not as eye-catching as usual. 6/10
Victor Lindelof: Solid as a rock at the back, the Swede was as dependable as ever. 7/10
Lisandro Martinez: Back to his best, Martinez was dominant in the air and on the ground. 8/10
Luke Shaw: Had a few good moments going forward, but sometimes looked a bit rusty. 6/10
Casemiro: The Brazilian was a rock in midfield, dictating the tempo of the game. 8/10
Fred: Not his best performance, but still contributed well defensively. 6/10
Bruno Fernandes: Always trying to make things happen, but wasn't able to find his shooting boots. 7/10
Amad Diallo: Man of the Match - He was a whirlwind on the right wing. 9/10
Alejandro Garnacho: A bit off the pace today, but still showed some dangerous flashes. 6/10
Wout Weghorst: Worked tirelessly up front, but couldn't get on the scoresheet. 6/10
Subs:
Antony: Added some much-needed attacking spark when he came on. 7/10
Scott McTominay: Brought some energy to the midfield. 6/10
Facundo Pellistri: Showed some nice touches in his brief cameo. 6/10
Overall, it was a comfortable win for Man Utd, and it was great to see some of the young players getting minutes. Diallo, in particular, stood out and showed why he has so much potential. The Red Devils are going to be a force to be reckoned with next season, especially with the young talent coming through the ranks.