De Gea: 7
Made some fantastic blocks and save. He must be wondering why his team couldn't wrap up the win.
Ashley Young: 6
Good game for the winger turned defender. Brilliant going forward, but was caught in the wrong position few times in the game.
Smalling: 5
His good performance was tinted by one or two costly actions. Most importantly is the penalty conceded. Couldn't organize his defence well.
Blind: 5.5
Part of a defensive set up that looked porous. Couldn't assert his himself on the game.
Darmian: 5
He looked like the most susceptible of the back four, understandably so, when a right back plays at left back.
Fellaini: 4
Another week, lazy and unconvincing performance from the Belgian. Did well in forcing the United penalty, and made some blocks in the first half, and that was all. Missed a fantastic chance, that probably caused United the game.
Schneiderlin: 5
Another passerby in the game. Couldn't stop the barrage of Newcastle's attack. Failed to provide a solid shield for the back four.
Lingard: 5.5
Scored a brilliant goal from a great move, missed a glorious chance, that made Van Gaal mad, another culprit for the draw.
Herrera: 5
Showed flashes of intelligence and brilliance, but couldn't control the game as much as he would have loved. Faded as the game grew.
Martial : 6
Played on the right wing, which reduced his effectiveness. Had an average performance, couldn't turn his runs and dribbles into goal scoring chances.
Rooney: 8
Undoubtedly United's best player on the night. Two goals, one assist, and a spirited performance from the United skipper. Hoping he continues with his brilliant form.
Subs:
Depay : 5.5
His drive, run and wiliness to take on the Newcastle defence led to United's third goal. Good cameo performance, could have done more though.
Mata: 4
Came on late in the game, had some great touches in the Newcastle box, and that was all.
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