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Richard Fay

Manchester United player ratings: Tyrell Malacia and Christian Eriksen impress vs Atletico Madrid

David de Gea

Not many saves to make but played out from the back well. Excellent awareness to rush off his line and deny Matheus Cunha a chance at goal. Little chance with the goal. 6

Diogo Dalot

Didn't see much of the ball but defended well and coped with the high intensity. Offered a threat going forward but showed Joao Felix too much space for the goal. 5

Harry Maguire

Subdued attacks and offered a threat from set-pieces. Made some vital blocks as the game went on. 7

Read more: Reaction to United's defeat by Atletico

Victor Lindelof

Grew into the game and made a vital recovery tackle in the box. 6

Tyrell Malacia

Great in possession and kept his cool playing out from the back. He deserves to be starting against Brighton next weekend. 8

Scott McTominay

His energy and tenacity was crucial in midfield but he struggled with his distributional play. 6

Fred

A typical performance of his before his dismissal. Selfless grit and determination coupled with some fine interceptions and tackles, but was sent off for two yellows. 5

Bruno Fernandes

Didn't get on the ball enough and when he did was unable to carve out any real opportunities. 5

Anthony Elanga

Better from him but still not quite enough. He drew some fouls with his forward runs but didn't have much joy in the final third. 6

Marcus Rashford

Another solid outing at the end of a successful summer. Made intelligent runs and played with confidence. 6

Anthony Martial

He should have scored when through on goal but another bright display overall. Will lead the line for United at the start of the season, and maybe even throughout all of it. 7

Subs

Donny van de Beek

Played in his favoured attacking berth but didn't get on the ball enough despite making some good runs. 6

Christian Eriksen

A magician at work. Made an instant impact with his delivery from deep and gave a taste of the quality he can bring to this side. 7

Facundo Pellistri

Wasted a great chance to score in the final ten minutes and gave away a cheap free-kick. He needs another loan but was unlucky to be taken off again. 5

James Garner

Not enough time on the pitch. N/A

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