United went in front just after the half-hour mark. Spurs failed to clear their lines when playing inside their own box, and when the ball came back in courtesy of an Amad Diallo cross, Bryan Mbeumo slipped behind Pedro Porro to head in at the far post.
Tottenham nearly pulled level on the other side of half-time when Cristian Romero flicked on a Wilson Odobert cross, only for Senne Lammens made a fine save with his feet. Moments later, the Belgian threw up a strong hand to bat away a half-volley from Joao Palhinha.
Spurs had the ball in the net through Brennan Johnson but the flag was quickly raised for an obvious offside as the hosts continued to push for an equaliser. With only six minutes to go, United finally caved in. Odobert skipped past Manuel Ugarte with ease before teeing up Destiny Udogie to put in a low cross, which was received by Mathys Tel and finished on the swivel by the Frenchman.
Goalkeeper & Defence
Goalkeeper & Defence
Senne Lammens (7/10):
Started off nervily by letting a pass from De Ligt roll under his foot and out for a corner but recovered well with a series of saves.
Matthijs de Ligt (7/10):
Had some early trouble watching Richarlison's marauding runs from the left, though the Dutchman quickly figured the Brazilian out in that regard. Saved the day with one of the most important headers of his United career.
Harry Maguire (7/10):
A rock at the back. Stifled Randal Kolo Muani before his half-time substitution and did the same to Richarlison afterwards. Withdrawn with a minor injury for Yoro. No surprise it all went to pot after his substitution.
Luke Shaw (6/10):
Protected by Dorgu so well that there was little on Shaw's plate to clean up, even despite Spurs seeing more of the ball.
Midfield
Midfield
Noussair Mazraoui (6/10):
Didn't need to worry too much about Spurs' threats on his flanks given how inverted they were on that side. Substituted for Sesko.
Casemiro (7/10):
Didn't offer a lot in possession but swept up well when needed. Replaced by the fresh legs of Ugarte, whose introduction effectively cost United two points.
Bruno Fernandes (7/10):
One of few players on the entire pitch who enjoyed getting the ball on the floor and spreading play. Grabbed the assist for De Ligt's leveller, with his menacing playmaking rewarded at the very end.
Patrick Dorgu (7/10):
One of his better outings since joining United in January. Nullified Spurs' threats coming down his side and stretched play when in possession. Subbed for Dalot with United protecting the lead.
Attack
Attack
Amad Diallo (7/10):
Bumped up into the frontline from the off after rescuing a point in last week's draw at Nottingham Forest. Came up with the cross for Mbeumo's goal before moving to wing-back after Sesko's introduction.
Bryan Mbeumo (7/10):
Began on the left to accommodate Amad on the right. Was the subject of interest from Tottenham and former boss Frank over the summer, but only wanted United and it's a decision that is already paying dividends. Peeled away from Porro to break the deadlock and extend his fine run of form.
Matheus Cunha (6/10):
Started as the false nine, dropping into midfield to try and link midfield and attack. Showed flashes of his brilliance though that was about it. Taken off for Mount.
Subs & Manager
Subs & Manager
Benjamin Sesko (3/10):
Still adjusting to the pace of the Premier League, which became almost too obvious when he was both thwarted and injured by Van de Ven when in on goal. Walked back down the tunnel as United ended with 10 men.
Leny Yoro (5/10):
Didn't provide nearly as much authority and confidence as Maguire.
Manuel Ugarte (2/10):
Walked past by Odobert for the equaliser, played Richarlison on for Spurs' second. A cameo to forget.
Mason Mount (6/10):
Played in Sesko for United's chance to win the game.
Diogo Dalot (N/A):
The usual United scapegoat but the collapse was hardly his fault.
Ruben Amorim (6/10):
A real mixed bag. The starting XI did their job, but Amorim's substitutions nearly cost United any sort of result.
