Bournemouth win 3-0 at Old Trafford as dropped Fernandes watches United slump
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was left on the bench by Michael Carrick as Bournemouth claimed a comfortable 3-0 win at Old Trafford, their third there in four years.
Manchester United suffered another damaging afternoon at Old Trafford as Bournemouth won 3-0, their third victory at the stadium in four years. United captain Bruno Fernandes was dropped to the bench by manager Michael Carrick and remained there unused as the visitors controlled the match.
United's errors were central to the defeat. Ayden Heaven was booked for a challenge on Evanilson and the resulting free-kick led to Bournemouth's opener, while Leny Yoro slipped to allow the second after earlier clearing to deny Evanilson a tap-in. Goalkeeper Senne Lammens, otherwise solid, made what was described as a massive error for the third goal.
Bournemouth's individual displays drew the stronger ratings. Rayan scored a superb first-time finish for the opener and should have added a second; Marcus Tavernier took the easiest of finishes for the second; and Evanilson, who had a goal ruled out for offside, produced a brilliant finish for the third. Justin Kluivert's free-kick created the opener, while Antonio Silva, Adrien Truffert, Lewis Cook and Tyler Adams were also rated highly for composed, effective performances.
For United, Harry Maguire regained the captain's armband and blocked an early Rayan chance, earning a moderate rating. Youri Tielemans was withdrawn at half-time after an insecure display in possession, and Mason Mount and Amad Diallo were among those who struggled to make an impact. Substitutes Matheus Cunha and Lisandro Martinez were slightly brighter but could not change the outcome.
The result extends a miserable run for United and adds to the pressure on Carrick, whose decision to leave out Fernandes was a notable talking point. Bournemouth, by contrast, were praised for taking their chances and defending solidly when United pushed after the break.
Supporters' player ratings reflected the split: Bournemouth's key contributors received marks in the seven and eight range, while most United players were rated four or five. Those scores are fans' assessments rather than verified measures of performance.
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