Starting XI:
De Gea – 9
One incredibly important outstretched arm in a one-on-one against Doumbia may have kept United in the competition.
Young – 6
Some important blocks but could have done more going forward.
Smalling – 9
Excellent again. His goal line clearance shortly before Rooney’s winner was vital.
Blind – 8
Competent foil for Smalling. A few lovely balls out of defence.
Rojo – 7
Plenty of bombing down the left flank. Wasteful with a few great chances.
Carrick – 6
Good work but did sometimes look a little unsure, which is unusual for him.
Schweinsteiger – 8
Prodded and probed without hurting CSKA, but generally controlled the play.
Lingard – 8
Energy, pace and initiative. His marvellous cross made the precious goal.
Mata – 6
Lots of touches but didn’t really create all that much.
Martial – 6
Probably his poorest game for United but still caused problems with his movement.
Rooney – 6
A goal, finally a goal. But was quite poor overall, including a comical miss.
Subs:
Fellaini – 6
Old Trafford booed his introduction (due to Martial’s withdrawal) but seemed to unsettle CSKA.
Herrera – 5
Didn’t have time to do much. Neat enough.
Depay – 6
Came on as if he had a point to prove. Showed a good attitude to being dropped.
