Manchester United made a nightmare start to the new Premier League season by losing 2-0 against Hull on Saturday afternoon. Seven players were rated 3/10 in a dreadful opening-day defeat at the MKM Stadium.
United slump to shock defeat
United were heavy favourites on the opening day of the campaign, but the newly-promoted side had a two-goal lead at half-time thanks to goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy.
Michael Carrick introduced Marcus Rashford for the second half, the first of several changes, but the substitutions made little impact as United slumped to a 2-0 defeat.
Player ratings
Senne Lammens made some good saves in the first half, stopped a well-placed header from Oli McBurnie, but he could do nothing with the two goals. It spoke volumes that Lammens was United's best player on the afternoon. 6
Noussair Mazraoui cleared the danger to prevent a dangerous cross in the first half, but he lost possession on a few occasions and looked vulnerable at the back. Carrick may switch to Diogo Dalot next weekend. 3
Harry Maguire looked like the only defender who could deal with Hull's physicality and aerial balls at times. Tried his best to drag his team back into the game in the second half, which saw him make runs forward in frustration. 4
Ayden Heaven argued with McBurnie as the teams went down the tunnel at half-time, appearing to suggest he was fouled for the opening goal. However, he was outmuscled and should have done better. 3
Although Luke Shaw was alright defensively, he didn't offer much going forward. If he does not have the legs to contribute in attack against Hull, he will struggle even more against better sides this season. 4
Andrey Santos made a promising start to the game, demanding the ball from his teammates, but he made some needless fouls and looked sloppy on a few occasions. Not the competitive debut he wanted to make for United. 3
Youri Tielemans should be an excellent addition, but he didn't perform to the level he can against Hull, like every other United player. Looked off the pace and didn't play as many forward passes as was hoped. 3
Bruno Fernandes attempted a tame shot from 30 yards outside the box out of desperation in the second half. Looked tired at the World Cup and may make another slow start to the season going off his display against Hull. 3
Bryan Mbeumo looked the most dangerous of the attacking unit in the first half, albeit that wasn't saying much. He wasn't involved to the same extent in the second half when Rashford came on. 5
Matheus Cunha did not look comfortable playing down the middle, and United will hope Benjamin Sesko can get up to speed as quickly as possible. 3
Patrick Dorgu attempted three shots by half-time, which was more than any other player, but he lacked quality. Was understandably replaced at the interval by Rashford. 3
Substitutes assessed
Marcus Rashford's first act was a defensive header, and his second contribution was a driving run forward down the left wing to win a free-kick. Rashford received huge cheers from the away end as he prepared to come on. 5
Kobbie Mainoo didn't lose the ball, which was an improvement. 5
Benjamin Sesko provided a focal point, but his teammates did not create any chances. 5
Diogo Dalot was an improvement on Mazraoui. 5
Shea Lacey didn't get involved much. 5
