Manchester United 2-0 Sunderland Player Ratings: Sesko Rated 8.5/10 as Clinical Red Devils Secure 2-0 Victory

It was Red Devils' Day; it was Ruben Amorim's day as they comfortably edged past Sunderland in the Premier League match by two goals. The credit goes to none other than the coach Ruben Amorim who, after so much criticism, stuck to his plan of three at the back and introduced players like Mount and Senne Lammens, who were the difference in today's match. Nothing to take from Sunderland as they gave a tough fight and came close to scoring, but as said earlier, you cannot beat United on their day even if you are the better side. The tone of the match was set in the first 30 minutes where United scored two goals.

Still, from a viewer's point of view, it's really irritating to see when they sit back after they had the lead and could have scored more by charging forward more.

The second half became an exercise in game management for the home side, who saw out the 2-0 win with professional ease. It was a deserved victory.

Here are Manchester United Vs Sunderland Player Ratings

Manchester United Player Ratings vs Sunderland

Here are Manchester United Player Ratings vs Sunderland

Goalkeeper

Senne Lammens - 7.5: He didn't have a massive amount to do, but what he did, he did well. Made a fantastic save from Traoré's header in the first half. That could have changed the game's momentum entirely. We noticed his distribution was quick and effective. A really solid performance from the keeper. He commanded his area with confidence.

Defenders

Matthijs de Ligt - 7.0: A typically robust performance from the Dutchman. He won his duels and made several important clearances. What stood out to us was his positioning; he was always in the right place. He just looks so comfortable and composed on the ball. A real wall at the back today.

Leny Yoro - 6.5: Looked assured alongside de Ligt before being subbed late on. He didn't put a foot wrong, really. His passing was crisp, and he handled his defensive duties without any fuss. A mature performance from the young defender. He continues to impress us.

Luke Shaw - 6.5: A steady, unspectacular game from Shaw. He was defensively sound and didn't allow much down his flank. He wasn't required to venture forward too often. From our perspective, he did his job effectively. A professional outing.

Midfielders

Diogo Dalot - 6.5: Had a solid 64 minutes before being substituted. He contributed to the team's strong defensive shape. He didn't offer a huge amount in attack, but he didn't need to. He was disciplined and played his part in the victory. A reliable performance.

Bruno Fernandes - 7.5: The captain was at the heart of everything creative for United. He didn't get a goal but his passing range was on full display. Created a few good chances and was a constant nuisance for the Sunderland midfield. A typical all-action display.

Amad Diallo - 7.0: Looked electric every time he got the ball. His dribbling caused all sorts of problems for the opposition. He won a surprising number of duels and showed a great work rate. He was a constant threat and a joy to watch.

Casemiro - 7.0: The anchor in midfield. He broke up play effectively and controlled the tempo of the game. He picked up his customary yellow card, of course. His experience was vital in seeing out the result. Another dominant display.

Forwards

Mason Mount - 7.5: Scored the crucial opening goal with a confident finish. He looked incredibly sharp in the first half. His movement off the ball was excellent. Faded slightly in the second period before being subbed. A very encouraging performance from him.

Bryan Mbeumo - 7.5: Provided a perfect cross for Mount's goal. He was a menace down the wing. His delivery was consistently dangerous. He worked hard defensively as well. A really complete performance from the attacker.

Benjamin Sesko - 8.5: Our Man of the Match. An absolutely dominant performance. He scored the second goal and was a physical nightmare for the Sunderland defenders. He won an incredible number of aerial duels. What stood out was his hold-up play, which was simply outstanding. The highest-rated player on the pitch for a reason.

Substitutes

Patrick Dorgu - 6.0: Came on and did a steady job at full-back.

Matheus Cunha - 6.0: Looked lively but missed a couple of decent chances to add to the scoreline.

Kobbie Mainoo - N/A: Didn't have enough time to make a real impact.

Manuel Ugarte - N/A: Brought on late to see the game out.

Harry Maguire - N/A: Replaced Yoro for the final few minutes.

Manager

R. Amorim - 8.0: His game plan worked to perfection. United's first-half intensity won them the match. His substitutions were sensible, managing player minutes once the result was secure. A flawless tactical setup from the manager.

Sunderland Player Ratings vs Manchester United

Here are Sunderland Player Ratings vs Manchester United

Goalkeeper

Robin Roefs - 6.5: It feels harsh to criticise a keeper who conceded two goals, but he also made four saves. He prevented the scoreline from becoming a rout. What stood out was his save from Amad Diallo's shot. He couldn't do much about either goal. A busy and decent afternoon for him personally.

Defenders

Omar Alderete - 5.5: Really struggled with the physicality of Sesko. He was pulled out of position frequently. Picked up a deserved yellow card for a cynical foul. It was a difficult day at the office for him. He'll want to forget this one quickly.

Nordi Mukiele - 5.5: An error from him led to a United shot, which summed up his day. He looked nervous in possession and lost the majority of his duels. Not the composed performance we expect from him. He looked a step off the pace.

Arthur Masuaku - 5.0: Substituted before the hour mark. He failed to offer any attacking impetus from the left. Defensively, he was often exposed. It just wasn't his game. The early substitution from his manager said it all.

Trai Hume - 6.0: He worked tirelessly but was part of a defence that was overwhelmed. He won the penalty at the end of the first half that VAR surprisingly didn't give. Showed fight, but it wasn't enough. A difficult afternoon against quality opposition.

Midfielders

Simon Adingra - 5.0: Almost completely anonymous. He was hooked after just 37 minutes. He couldn't get into the game at all and was caught offside. A very disappointing showing. We barely noticed he was on the pitch.

Bertrand Traoré - 6.5: One of the few Sunderland players who looked like they could make something happen. His header forced a great save from Lammens. However, he blotted his copybook with a yellow card for simulation. A mixed bag of a performance.

Noah Sadiki - 6.0: He battled hard in the midfield but was fighting a losing battle. He was often outnumbered and overrun by United's midfield trio. He got booked for his troubles. Can't fault his effort, but lacked the quality needed.

Enzo Le Fée - 4.5: From our perspective, he was the worst performer on the pitch. He was anonymous, lost possession 17 times, and offered nothing creative. He looked completely off the pace and struggled to get a foothold in the match. A really poor display.

Granit Xhaka - 6.5: The captain tried to drag his team forward. He had a powerful shot from distance well saved. He kept trying to make things happen but was ultimately part of a midfield that was second-best. His frustration showed with his yellow card.

Forwards

Wilson Isidor - 4.5: Had a miserable afternoon. He only managed eight touches before being subbed off. The game completely passed him by. He was isolated and offered no threat whatsoever. A day to forget.

Substitutes

Dan Ballard - 6.0: Came on for Adingra and shored things up a bit.

Eliezer Mayenda - 5.5: Didn't have much of an impact on the game.

Chemsdine Talbi - 6.0: Looked busy and had a shot on target.

Brian Brobbey - 5.5: Offered a physical presence but couldn't change the game.

Lutsharel Geertruida - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Manager

R. Le Bris - 5.0: His team was outplayed and outfought from the first whistle. The selection and initial setup didn't work. He tried to change it with early substitutions, but the damage was already done. A tough lesson for him and his team.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Sesko