CM: Marouane Fellaini – 8/10
Used his height and power to good effect, playing a hand in United’s goal, as well as winning many defensive headers as Arsenal piled forward late on.
CM: Angel di Maria 6/10
No magic today, but a calm assist for Rooney’s goal. He should have scored himself in stoppage time, but chipped wide when one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
ST: Wayne Rooney – 8/10
Subdued in an attacking sense for most of the match, but helped United’s midfielders compete with Arsenal’s. Despite being starved of chances for long periods, Rooney showed his class as a striker by finishing off a late counter-attack, with the Gunners over committing.
ST: Robin van Persie – 5/10
Struggled to get into the game against his former club and had very few touches. Replaced by James Wilson on 75 minutes.
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