CB: Daley Blind – 8/10
Blind did a great job as an emergency centre-back. His performance was a huge factor in United keeping their first clean sheet in seven matches.
CB: Paddy NcNair – 7/10
Under the guidance of Blind, McNair had a rather uneventful game. His approach was very much safety first, which, considering United’s recent defensive record, was probably for the best.
RM: Adnan Januzaj – 5/10
Seemed to lack confidence, unusually. The Belgian winger did not beat an opponent once.
LW: Angel Di Maria – 7/10
Not his best performance in a United shirt, but Di Maria did provide a crucial assist for Mata’s winner. He also frightened Palace right-back Mariappa on multiple occasions.
