Manchester United Player Ratings vs Chelsea: Fernandes Leads, Casemiro Falters in 2-1 Old Trafford Victory
Manchester United secured a vital 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Old Trafford, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro on the scoresheet before the Brazilian’s dismissal gave the visitors late momentum. Ruben Amorim’s side, under pressure after their derby defeat at Manchester City, held firm to claim their first win over a top rival during his tenure.
Bruno Fernandes inspires Man Utd to a 2-1 win over Chelsea as Casemiro scores then sees red.
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The match turned early when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was sent off in the fifth minute for a rash challenge on Bryan Mbeumo outside the penalty area. United quickly capitalized, Fernandes heading in Patrick Dorgu’s delivery for his 100th goal for the club.
Chelsea suffered another setback when Cole Palmer was forced off midway through the first half with a suspected groin injury. Amorim’s men extended their lead before the interval, Casemiro rising to head home after sustained pressure, assisted by Harry Maguire’s aerial presence.
Momentum shifted just before half-time when Casemiro collected two needless yellow cards, reducing United to ten men. Trevoh Chalobah then halved the deficit with a powerful header in the 80th minute, but United’s defense withstood the late Chelsea surge to secure the points.
Manchester United Player Ratings vs Chelsea
Goalkeeper & Defence
• Altay Bayindir (6/10): Steady performance with little to do. Could not prevent Chalobah’s goal.
• Harry Maguire (7/10): Solid return to the starting lineup, assisting Casemiro’s goal.
• Matthijs de Ligt (8/10): Strong defensive display, intercepting key attacks while joining forward moves.
• Luke Shaw (7/10): Reliable throughout, including a vital late recovery tackle to deny Chelsea.
Midfield
• Noussair Mazraoui (8/10): Commanding at both ends, showing promise as first-choice right wing-back.
• Casemiro (4/10): Scored but undone by reckless challenges leading to a red card.
• Bruno Fernandes (8/10): Inspirational captain’s display, scoring and driving attacks from midfield.
• Patrick Dorgu (7/10): Lively on the left, assisting the opener and involved in the second.
Attack
• Bryan Mbeumo (7/10): Provoked Sanchez’s dismissal with his pace, though lacked end product.
• Benjamin Sesko (5/10): Involved in build-up to the red card but squandered a golden chance to score.
• Amad Diallo (5/10): Struggled to make an impact despite extra space against ten men.
Substitutes & Manager
• Manuel Ugarte (5/10): Nearly costly mistake, redeemed by a crucial interception.
• Matheus Cunha (6/10): Positive link-up play on his return from injury.
• Leny Yoro (5/10): Lost Chalobah for Chelsea’s goal.
• Mason Mount (6/10): Helped manage the closing stages against his former side.
• Kobbie Mainoo (N/A): Late cameo.
• Ruben Amorim (6/10): Collected needed points, though Casemiro’s dismissal made the win far less comfortable.
Manchester United left Old Trafford relieved but victorious, holding off Chelsea’s late push to collect three crucial Premier League points.
