Match Performance Review: Player Evaluations Against Everton

**Senne Lammens (5/10):**
Questions may arise regarding his inability to stop Dewsbury-Hall’s powerful shot; however, the strike had significant power and accuracy. He did not have to perform many additional tasks, particularly as Everton adopted a more passive approach after taking the lead.

**Matthijs de Ligt (4/10):**
Faced difficulties in the early moments of the match during Everton’s dynamic start. He backed off from Dewsbury-Hall rather than attempting to close him down effectively. His cautious approach prevented him from capitalizing on the numerical advantage by moving forward.

**Leny Yoro (4/10):**
Should have exerted more effort in halting Dewsbury-Hall, managing to get a foot on the ball but ultimately allowing his opponent to regain possession and score. Aside from this, he defended admirably and was more proactive in the second half.

**Luke Shaw (4/10):**
Struggled to contain Iliman Ndiaye in the opening stages. Although he attempted to contribute to the attack in the second half, his crossing lacked precision.

**Noussair Mazraoui (4/10):**
Had difficulty influencing play as a right wing-back, with only one notable run down the flank before being substituted at halftime.

**Casemiro (4/10):**
Delivered a lackluster performance, failing to disrupt Everton’s play effectively and missing a decent scoring opportunity. He was substituted shortly after receiving a booking.

**Bruno Fernandes (3/10):**
Presented a disappointing performance by his typically high standards. He made minimal effort to intercept Dewsbury-Hall, exposing the risks of deploying him in a deeper role. His passing was inconsistent, and he failed to inspire United at a critical moment, sending a good chance over the bar in the second half.

**Patrick Dorgu (4/10):**
Did not exert enough pressure on Everton. When presented with a prime opportunity, he squandered it by firing wide of the near post. He was replaced by Dalot shortly after.

**Bryan Mbeumo (6/10):**
Demonstrated a willingness to make an impact and brought some energy to the match, though he was unable to convert a promising chance, slicing a shot wide.

**Joshua Zirkzee (4/10):**
Had a chance to seize the moment in the absence of Sesko but largely failed to make an impact. He did not register his first shot until the 80th minute, although he did create a few late attempts, being denied twice by Pickford.

**Amad Diallo (6/10):**
Showed moments of skill through effective dribbling but was isolated in the attacking midfield role during the first half. He improved his combination play with Mbeumo when shifted to wing-back.

**Mason Mount (6/10):**
Brought urgency and tenacity to the team’s attack and was unfortunate not to find the equalizer.

**Kobbie Mainoo (5/10):**
Missed another opportunity to make a positive impression on Amorim, contributing little to the team’s performance.

**Diogo Dalot (5/10):**
Provided slightly more balance but rarely appeared capable of making a significant impact.

**Ruben Amorim (4/10):**
The decision to deploy Mazraoui and Dorgu as wing-backs did not yield positive results. The fact that his team lost at home to a side reduced to ten men reflects a deeper issue.