Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United skipper, led the charge in securing victory amid a tumultuous outing against Sheffield United at Old Trafford. Despite conceding the lead twice to the relegation-threatened visitors, Fernandes’ heroics from the penalty spot and a stunning long-range strike propelled Manchester United to a hard-fought win. He also orchestrated a goal for Rasmus Hojlund, marking his return to the scoresheet for the first time since February and elevating his team to sixth place in the standings.
Here are three Manchester United players who struggled despite the win over Sheffield United:
1. Aaron Wan-Bissaka:
His poor positioning during the second goal left him unable to intercept the cut-back pass. Wan-Bissaka, along with the rest of the defensive line, grappled with structural deficiencies that led to both of Sheffield United’s goals. His performance failed to stand out amidst the team’s challenges.
2. Diogo Dalot:
Although he made an early impressive save, Dalot faced frustration in his left-back role. He shares responsibility for both goals conceded by Sheffield United and missed a clear scoring opportunity himself.
3. Andre Onana:
A costly error in the first half saw Onana inadvertently passing the ball to Jayden Bogle, who capitalized on the chance to give Sheffield United the lead. His attempt to save Ben Brereton Diaz’s strike was futile, further adding to his struggles on the day.
