Manchester United 2-1 Brentford: Player ratings as Red Devils come from behind to overcome Bees
Manchester United claimed their first win in five games after they came from a goal behind to beat Brentford at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Saturday. The Red Devils have managed to ease the pressure on Erik ten Hag after a rough run of games with this victory.
The hosts initially fell behind late in the first half after Ethan Pinnock gave the Bees the lead in the fifth minute of extra time. The 20-time English champions responded early in the second half through Alejandro Garnacho, before Rasmus Hojlund secured the winner in the 62nd minute.
Manchester United player ratings
Andre Onana - 7/10
The Cameroonian had a fine game for Manchester United but was unlucky not to claim a clean sheet. He made one save and seven recoveries from fifty touches in the game.
Lautaro Martinez - 7/10
The Argentine defender was solid for the hosts on the left and helped his side's cause with two tackles, two interceptions, and four duels won.
Jonny Evans- 7/10
The veteran defender had another fine game for Manchester United. He kept things ticking by completing 92% of his passes and making six recoveries.
Mattijs De Ligt- 7/10
The former Bayern Munich defender was solid against the Bees and was assured at the back. He completed 95% of his passes and won two tackles, while making five recoveries in the match.
Diogo Dalot- 7/10
The Portuguese defender had a strong match for the Red Devils was solid at the back. He made seven recoveries and also managed to test the opposition keeper while going up the pitch.
Casemiro- 8.5/10
The veteran holding midfielder was exceptional in the middle of the park for Manchester United. He won four tackles and made six recoveries before he was taken off injured.
Christian Eriksen -8/10
The Danish midfielder was impressive for the hosts and helped Erik ten Hag's side keep the play ticking in the middle of the park. He completed 95% of his passes and won four duels in the match.
Bruno Fernandes- 8.5/10
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes had a fine game and helped his team secure the three points at the final whistle with an assist. He also managed two shots on target while completing 86% of his 57 passes during his time on the pitch.
Alrjandro Garnacho-9/10
The Argentine forward had a strong game for Manchester United and began the comeback by the home side by scoring with a brilliant volley. He tested the keeper five times in the game and won five duels in a strong performance.
Marcus Rashford- 8/10
The Englishman also had a great game for the Red Devils and linked up with Garnacho to open the scoring. The 26-year-old completed 89% of his 45 passes and created four chances during his time on the pitch.
Rasmus Hojlund- 8/10
The Manchester United striker was on form and marked his appearance with the winning goal. He scored with his only shot on goal to secure the win for Erik ten Hag's men.
Manchester United Substitutes
Joshua Zirkzee - 6/10
The Dutchman came on for the final 15 minutes of the game but had little impact on the trajectory of the game.
Manuel Ugarte - NA
The Uruguayan came on late and did not have the time to affect the game
Victor Lindelof- NA
The Swedish defender came on late but did not have enough time to affect the game.
Noussair Mazraoui- NA:
The former Bayern Munich defender came on late but did not have the time to affect the game.