MANCHESTER UNITED blitzed their way past Bournemouth in the Premier League Summer Series to make it two wins from two in the USA.
Ruben Amorim will have been left impressed with the fluid display his side put on, even without the presence of big-money signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha.
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It was Rasmus Hojlund who opened the scoring and looked like a proper centre-forward throughout to remind the boss of what he can do amid Benjamin Sesko transfer talk.
But Patrick Dorgu looks to be becoming irreplaceable at left wing-back after another dynamic display, which yielded a first goal in United colours.
Amad Diallo was also on target in a more attacking role, while there was also some glory off the bench for teenager Ethan Williams before Matthijs de Ligt turned into his own net for a late Cherries consolation.
Here’s how SunSport’s Martin Lipton rated the Red Devils in Chicago.
Tom Heaton – 6
Rare outing in United colours for the veteran third choice and probably as easy an evening as he would have hoped for, with just one relatively comfortable save in the first half and a foot stop in the second.
Tom Heaton, 39, has made a grand total of three competitive appearances across nine seasons and two spells at Old Trafford. Yet he might end up as Andre Onana’s back-up this term.
Leny Yoro – 6
More composed than he had been at times against West Ham, when he looked slightly insecure. Perhaps the presence of Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw alongside him helped that.
The Frenchman is a fan favourite already. This is going to be a big season for the youngster and he cannot afford to let runners in behind.
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Harry Maguire – 6
A second brief appearance of the US tour for the Yorkshireman, even if his days as a United mainstay seem increasingly numbered.
Solid against Evanilson in his 45-minute run-out as he cleverly managed not to get dragged out of position. May have preferred a longer outing.
Luke Shaw – 7
The England man had made the case for Amorim before the game and set about making his own on the pitch as he showed why he feels he can show his best form.
One outstanding tackle on Antoine Semenyo, covering across to the right when the Cherries flyer looked set to run in on goal, was textbook, although there would have been worries when he stayed down after one Evanilson tackle – thankfully not for long.
Diogo Dalot – 5
The Portuguese has a fight on his hands to keep out Amad and Noussair Mazraoui to be the first choice right-sided wing-back.
Nearly played Casemiro into trouble with one lax pass and looked uncomfortable when Dango Ouattara looked to explode down the Bournemouth left. Maybe he just doesn’t like the wind and the rain?
Bruno Fernandes – 5
Early shot from a tight angle forced a save but the deeper role restricted him from doing what he does best at the other end.
By his own high standards, the skipper was somewhat ineffective yet if Mbeumo and Cunha are earmarked for the second attacking line, this is where the captain will have to play. A concern, perhaps.
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Casemiro – 6
No matter how quick the match might be going on around him, the Brazilian always plays the game at his own pace.
There is never anything fancy or frivolous and sitting deep and shuffling across is a role he has long mastered. It’s when it requires mobility and speed that he gets found out. Not last night.
Patrick Dorgu – 8
The Danish raider was one of United’s best players in their Summer Series opener and he was even better in Chicago.
You can’t ask for much more than a goal and an assist, and after creating Hojlund’s opener he timed his run down the left perfectly to force through Djordje Petrovic and claim United’s second.
Amad Diallo – 6
The Ivorian had been the right-sided wing-back against West Ham on Saturday, but this time he was pushed forward into a more advanced and natural role.
Amad is good in tight spaces and enjoyed himself as United popped the ball around with real intent in the early stages and got his reward by scoring with a scrappy finish.
Mason Mount – 7
Initially struggled to get into the game, showing his frustration at referee Lewis Smith.
But the England man made up for that with the clever early ball that sent Dorgu in on goal for United’s second. Mason Mount has admitted he needs to pay the United fans back, although game time may be dependent on the fitness of Mbeumo and Cunha.
Rasmus Hojlund – 8
Off his head? Off his shoulder? It doesn’t matter when it finds the net.
The Dane was desperate to find a goal and kickstart his pre-season and that’s exactly what he did. You could see by the celebrations how much it meant and it was clear he had enjoyed a genuine confidence boost. Just what Amorim wanted to see.
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Subs:
Matthijs de Ligt (for Maguire, 46) – 7
Dutch defender appears in a straight fight with Maguire for that role in the middle of the back three and may be edging ahead despite that late own goal.
Rest all at 70 minutes
Ayden Heaven – 6
Looked composed but it’s easy when your team is cruising.
Diego Leon – 6
South American teenager is at the start of his United career but was involved for the fourth goal.
Tyler Fredricson – 6
Dropped in on the right of the back three and looked at home.
Kobbie Mainoo – 6
Time and space to thrive in the more attacking line, although did not really create.
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Manuel Ugarte – 6
It’s hard not to look in control as the holding midfielder when your team is four up.
Toby Collyer – 7
Midfielder knows he will probably need a loan spell this season but showed Amorim the right desire.
Bendito Mantato – 6
The 17-year-old is one of the real rookies on the tour but running out as a first-teamer will have been a huge thrill.
Chido Obi – 6
Used his power to get one shot away as he looked to impress.
Ethan Williams – 7
Goal with virtually his first touch would have been a dream come true for the 19-year-old.
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