West Ham 1-1 Man United Player Ratings: Benjamin Sesko Scores Late Equaliser As Red Devils Secure One Point

Manchester United scored a stoppage-time equaliser to earn a 1-1 draw with West Ham United at the London Stadium. As Red Devils dropped points in the away clash, let's check out West Ham vs Man United player ratings from the EPL game.

The first half was subdued and lacked clear chances. The match came to life after the break. West Ham struck early in the second half through Tomáš Souček. He guided Jarrod Bowen’s cross into the net with a clever flick. The goal made him the highest-scoring Czech player in Premier League history.

West Ham created several chances to extend their lead. Bowen, Traoré and Wilson all came close. Despite this, the home side spent much of the half defending deep under sustained pressure.

Manchester United pushed forward in search of an equaliser. Casemiro saw a headed goal ruled out for offside following a VAR review. Dalot, Šeško, Mbeumo and Zirkzee all had efforts as United increased the pressure.

The breakthrough finally arrived in injury time. Benjamin Sesko met a curling cross from Mbeumo and finished first time into the top corner. The goal secured a dramatic late draw.

The result denied West Ham a victory that would have lifted them level on points with Nottingham Forest. They remain in 18th place of the Premier League table. Manchester United missed the chance to claim a fifth consecutive league win but stayed fourth, helped by Chelsea’s draw with Leeds, as the race for Champions League qualification continues.

Key Takeaways

1. Tomáš Souček opened the scoring early in the second half with a clever flicked finish from Jarrod Bowen’s cross.
2. Casemiro had a headed equaliser ruled out after a VAR review, increasing pressure on Manchester United.
3. Benjamin Šeško scored a stoppage-time goal to secure a 1-1 draw for Manchester United.

West Ham Player Ratings vs Manchester United

Here are Sportsdunia's West Ham player ratings from the match against Man United:

Goalkeeper

Mads Hermansen - 6.5: Had very little to do for most of the game. He was decisive when called upon, making a smart save late on. He couldn't be faulted for the last-second equalizer. A spectator for large parts of the match.

Defenders

Aaron Wan-Bissaka - 6.5: A very mixed performance. He was solid defensively making three key interceptions. However, he was often careless in possession, losing the ball 14 times. He needs to improve his composure on the ball.

Konstantinos Mavropanos - 7.0: A really commanding display from the centre-back. His passing accuracy was a brilliant 90%. He was calm and composed throughout the match. A performance to build on for sure.

Axel Disasi - 6.5: Did his job without any fuss. He made six clearances and was a solid presence at the back. He didn't offer much going forward but defended his box well. A steady if unspectacular outing for him.

El Hadji Malick Diouf - 6.0: Looked energetic but his final product was lacking. He was a willing runner down the left flank. Unfortunately he lost possession far too often. Was eventually substituted after a tireless but ineffective shift.

Midfielders

Freddie Potts - 7.0: A really industrious performance in the heart of midfield. He won an impressive six duels and made four interceptions. He covered every blade of grass. What stood out to us was his relentless energy.

Mateus Fernandes - 7.5: A warrior in the midfield battle. He won five tackles, showing his combative nature. He picked up a yellow card for his troubles but set the tone. A truly aggressive and effective performance.

Tomáš Souček - 8.0: The man who almost won it for West Ham. He arrived in the box with perfect timing to score the opening goal. A classic Souček display, full of running and aerial dominance. He was a constant threat from set-pieces.

Jarrod Bowen - 7.5: Provided the crucial assist for Souček's goal. He led by example as captain, driving his team forward at every opportunity. Lost the ball a bit too much for our liking, but his creative spark was undeniable.

Crysencio Summerville - 6.0: A surprisingly quiet game from him. He had one shot on target but failed to create any clear-cut chances. We expected more from a player of his talent. A frustrating and ineffective afternoon.

Forwards

Taty Castellanos - 5.0: A performance to forget. He was completely anonymous upfront, winning just one of his eight duels. He looked isolated and offered no threat. His substitution was inevitable and deserved.

Substitutes

Callum Wilson - 6.5: Came on and almost sealed the win with a shot that was well saved.

Soungoutou Magassa - 6.0: Added some defensive solidity to the midfield in the closing stages.

Ollie Scarles - 6.0: Looked bright and set up a late chance.

Kyle Walker-Peters - N/A: On too late to make a real impact.

Adama Traoré - N/A: Didn't have enough time to influence the game.

Manager

N. Simões Espírito Santo - 7.0: His game plan was almost perfect. His team was organized resilient, and deserved to win. He will be absolutely furious about conceding so late. The tactics were spot on until the final seconds.

Man United Player Ratings vs West Ham United

Check out Man United player ratings from the EPL fixture against West Ham:

Goalkeeper

Senne Lammens - 6.5: Made a couple of important saves to keep his team in the game. He couldn't do anything about the goal. His distribution was solid. An assured performance between the sticks.

Defenders

Diogo Dalot - 6.0: A fairly average performance. He was booked for a cynical foul. He was tidy in possession but offered little threat going forward. A quiet day at the office for him.

Harry Maguire - 7.0: A dominant performance before his substitution. He won all of his duels and his passing was impeccable. It was a surprise to see him taken off. He was one of United's better players.

Lisandro Martínez - 7.0: Saw more of the ball than anyone else. He was constantly trying to initiate attacks from the back. He had a tough time dealing with West Ham's physicality but his passing range was crucial.

Luke Shaw - 8.0: From our perspective, United's best player. He was a powerhouse on the left flank, winning eight duels. He also created two chances for his teammates. A complete performance, both defensively and offensively.

Midfielders

Casemiro - 7.5: A typical battling display from the Brazilian. He was immense in midfield, winning eight duels. He was unlucky to have his goal disallowed by VAR. He drove his team forward relentlessly in the second half.

Kobbie Mainoo - 7.0: So composed and tidy in possession. His 92% pass accuracy shows his quality. He kept the game ticking over and created a big chance. A mature head on young shoulders.

Bruno Fernandes - 7.5: The creative heart of the team, as always. He created four chances, constantly probing the West Ham defence. He can be frustrating at times, but he's the player who makes United tick. A class act.

Amad Diallo - 6.5: A lively and energetic performance. He showed flashes of his dribbling ability. However, his final product was inconsistent. A frustrating player who needs to be more decisive.

Bryan Mbeumo - 7.0: Provided the crucial assist for the late equalizer. He was a constant threat with his movement and created two good chances. A very effective performance from the winger.

Forwards

Matheus Cunha - 5.5: A very quiet and ineffective performance. He barely had a touch of the ball and was easily marshalled by the West Ham defence. A disappointing display from the striker.

Substitutes

Benjamin Sesko - 8.0: The hero of the day. He came off the bench and scored the dramatic late equalizer. The perfect impact substitute who saved his team from defeat. A clinical finish under immense pressure.

Leny Yoro - 6.0: Replaced Maguire and did a solid job at the back.

Joshua Zirkzee - 6.0: Added a physical presence upfront in the dying minutes.

Manager

M. Carrick - 6.5: His team looked disjointed and lacked a clear plan for most of the game. However, his substitutions ultimately paid off. He will be relieved to escape with a point but knows a big improvement is needed.

Man of the Match

Man United striker Benjamin Sesko was the player of the match after his last-minute equaliser.

Worst Performer

West Ham's Taty Castellanos had a forgettable outing.