How United’s players rated in 1-1 draw with Stoke.
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GK) David de Gea
Not the busiest game for David de Gea, and he didn’t get much help from his defenders for Stoke’s first goal. 6.5/10.
DR) Ashley Young
Despite a fine recent run of form at left-back, Ashley Young was less effective on the right-hand side. 6/10.
DL) Luke Shaw
Returning to the team after a spell out injured, Luke Shaw continued to look somewhat out of depth for the Red Devils. 6/10.
DC) Phil Jones
Poor on the first goal by Stoke, Phil Jones offered little for United in this game, not looking solid enough at the back. 5.5/10.
DC) Chris Smalling
One of United’s better defenders in this game, Chris Smalling was solid enough as the main centre-back in the three-man backline. 7/10.
DC) Jonny Evans
A player who has looked worryingly error-prone for much of this season, Jonny Evans had a difficult time again today. 6/10.
DM) Michael Carrick
Not at his most effective best, but Michael Carrick controlled the midfield well and got a touch to assist Radamel Falcao for the goal. 7/10.
MC) Juan Mata
Stifled somewhat by Stoke City’s tough-tackling midfielders, Juan Mata was not able to dictate the play as usual. 6.5/10.
MC) Wayne Rooney
Similar to Mata, Wayne Rooney did not have his best game for Manchester United as he continues to adapt to his new midfield role. 6.5/10.
FC) Radamel Falcao
Grabbing himself a good poacher’s goal, Radamel Falcao looks like steadily improving for Manchester United, but he could not inspire the side to victory today. 7.5/10.
FC) Robin van Persie
Very quiet again this week, Robin van Persie has had two ineffective games in a row now and that will be a concern for the Red Devils. 5.5/10.
