Manchester United 4-0 Reading: Player Ratings

Manchester United hosted Reading at Old Trafford in the third round of the FA Cup, in what turned out to be an easy 4-0 win for the Red Devils, thanks to goals from Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford, and a record-equalling strike from captain Wayne Rooney.

Here’s how the defending FA Cup Champions fared against Jaap Stam’s men:

SERGIO ROMERO: 6

Was hardly tested properly until the 90th minute.

ASHLEY YOUNG: 7

Filled in well for Valencia at right-back, and helped offensively by whipping in a few dangerous crosses.

CHRIS SMALLING: 6

Did well at the back.

MARCOS ROJO: 6

Created a chance for an early opener with a terrific long pass for Rooney, before getting subbed off due to injury.

DALEY BLIND: 6

Did the job at left-back.

MICHAEL CARRICK: 7

Influential as always in the middle of the park, and the fact that United have remained unbeaten whenever he has started this season says a lot.

MAROUANE FELLAINI: 8

One of his best games in the famous Red shirt – dominated the midfield with his aggressive tackling and flawless passing.

JUAN MATA: 7

Created chances and was dangerous throughout, but forgot his shooting boots on the night.

WAYNE ROONEY: 8

Could’ve easily broken Sir Bobby Charlton’s record, but only managed to score the one. Created numerous chances, and was terrific for the entire 90 minutes. Man of the Match.

ANTHONY MARTIAL: 8

Tormented the Reading defence, and netted a delightful finish that clearly impressed Mourinho.

MARCUS RASHFORD: 8

Regained his goal scoring touch with a brace, but could have scored many more. Getting his form back.

 

SUBSTITUTES –

PHIL JONES: 6

Came on for Rojo early in the game, and helped keep the defence stable.

TIMOTHY FOSU-MENSAH: 6

Energetic cameo for the young Dutchman.

BASTIAN SCHWEINSTEIGER: 6

Filled in well for Carrick.

 

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