MANCHESTER UNITED RATINGS: David de Gea, 7 - First league start since the end of February having lost his place to Dean Henderson. Luke Thomas’s stunning opener would have beaten any goalkeeper. Tipped Tieleman’s cross over, but his best moment was a save from Iheanacho. Faced 12 shots - his own team managed only 4. AP
MANCHESTER UNITED RATINGS: David de Gea, 7 - First league start since the end of February having lost his place to Dean Henderson. Luke Thomas’s stunning opener would have beaten any goalkeeper. Tipped Tieleman’s cross over, but his best moment was a save from Iheanacho. Faced 12 shots - his own team managed only 4. AP
Brandon Williams, 6 - Rare start and one of ten United changes as he replaced Wan Bissaka at right back. Tested against and lost possession a few times. Needs to get back to the levels when he first broke into the team last season, but his stock has fallen since and it’s hard to see him getting sustained chances. AFP
Brandon Williams, 6 - Rare start and one of ten United changes as he replaced Wan Bissaka at right back. Tested against and lost possession a few times. Needs to get back to the levels when he first broke into the team last season, but his stock has fallen since and it’s hard to see him getting sustained chances. AFP
Axel Tuanzebe, 7 - Rapid in stopping the fleet-heeled Vardy, his passing wasn’t 100 per cent but took up correct positions. Improved as the game went on and one of United’s better performers. Reuters
Axel Tuanzebe, 7 - Rapid in stopping the fleet-heeled Vardy, his passing wasn’t 100 per cent but took up correct positions. Improved as the game went on and one of United’s better performers. Reuters
Eric Bailly, 6 - Played alongside Tuanzebe – the first time Harry Maguire wasn’t in the centre of United’s defence for almost two years. Kept busy by Vardy. Couple of poor passes. Recently rewarded with a new contract, but it’s currently doubtful that he’s the future of United’s central defence. Getty
Eric Bailly, 6 - Played alongside Tuanzebe – the first time Harry Maguire wasn’t in the centre of United’s defence for almost two years. Kept busy by Vardy. Couple of poor passes. Recently rewarded with a new contract, but it’s currently doubtful that he’s the future of United’s central defence. Getty
Alex Telles, 6 - Like Williams, heavily pressured by Leicester. Fast free-kick towards Greenwood after 54 minutes was the best moment from the Brazilian. Solid in the air. Reuters
Alex Telles, 6 - Like Williams, heavily pressured by Leicester. Fast free-kick towards Greenwood after 54 minutes was the best moment from the Brazilian. Solid in the air. Reuters
Nemanja Matic, 7 - Stand in captain and justified the role. Poor for Leicester’s superb opener, but then hit a long ball to turn defence into attack for United’s equaliser. Stabilising influence in the middle. Stood firm against onslaught and saw more of the ball than any United player, but static for Leicester’s second and he didn’t have the legs to do more. AP
Nemanja Matic, 7 - Stand in captain and justified the role. Poor for Leicester’s superb opener, but then hit a long ball to turn defence into attack for United’s equaliser. Stabilising influence in the middle. Stood firm against onslaught and saw more of the ball than any United player, but static for Leicester’s second and he didn’t have the legs to do more. AP
Donny van de Beek, 6 - Played just 15 minutes of league football in the least ten weeks and hardly impressed when he’s started cup games. More of the same against Leicester and gave Maddison too much time in getting a late shot off. He’s looked average at best in his first season in England. Reuters
Donny van de Beek, 6 - Played just 15 minutes of league football in the least ten weeks and hardly impressed when he’s started cup games. More of the same against Leicester and gave Maddison too much time in getting a late shot off. He’s looked average at best in his first season in England. Reuters
Juan Mata, 6 - Neat, tidy but hardly effective. The 33-year-old moved right later on. He’s enjoyed a fine career, but his future isn’t at Old Trafford. EPA
Juan Mata, 6 - Neat, tidy but hardly effective. The 33-year-old moved right later on. He’s enjoyed a fine career, but his future isn’t at Old Trafford. EPA
Anthony Elanga, 7 - Nineteen-year-old Swedish debutant. Played on the left and made runs and a couple of sharp turns, though he was moved off the ball as he realised just how big the gap is between under 23 and first team football. AP
Anthony Elanga, 7 - Nineteen-year-old Swedish debutant. Played on the left and made runs and a couple of sharp turns, though he was moved off the ball as he realised just how big the gap is between under 23 and first team football. AP
Amad Diallo, 7 - Another young debutant starter and he set up Greenwood for the equaliser from the right – the first time two teenagers combined for a Premier League goal in fifteen years. Technically excellent in moments, quiet for the rest of the first half but more involved in the second. Good chance for him to see what it’s about and managed to leave Ndidi on the floor. AFP
Amad Diallo, 7 - Another young debutant starter and he set up Greenwood for the equaliser from the right – the first time two teenagers combined for a Premier League goal in fifteen years. Technically excellent in moments, quiet for the rest of the first half but more involved in the second. Good chance for him to see what it’s about and managed to leave Ndidi on the floor. AFP
Mason Greenwood, 7 - The only player to start from Sunday’s win against Villa. Brilliant finish with United’s first attack, taking a ball from Amad then quickly shifting right and then left and shooting past Schmeichel for his 8th goal in 11 games. “Played like a seasoned professional and he’s only 19,” said his manager. Reuters
Mason Greenwood, 7 - The only player to start from Sunday’s win against Villa. Brilliant finish with United’s first attack, taking a ball from Amad then quickly shifting right and then left and shooting past Schmeichel for his 8th goal in 11 games. “Played like a seasoned professional and he’s only 19,” said his manager. Reuters
SUBS: Marcus Rashford, 5 - On for Elanga. Straight on but wasn’t alert as Soyuncu headed Leicester ahead. Couple of runs on a night where United’s fifth defeat of the season meant the title went to City. AP
SUBS: Marcus Rashford, 5 - On for Elanga. Straight on but wasn’t alert as Soyuncu headed Leicester ahead. Couple of runs on a night where United’s fifth defeat of the season meant the title went to City. AP
Edinson Cavani, 5 - On for Greenwood just before the corner which led to Leicester’s second. Unable to reproduce his recent heroics, but United fans are delighted that he’s staying for another season. AP
Edinson Cavani, 5 - On for Greenwood just before the corner which led to Leicester’s second. Unable to reproduce his recent heroics, but United fans are delighted that he’s staying for another season. AP
Bruno Fernandes, 5 - On for Elanga after 78. Unable to alter the scoreline as Leicester changed their wretched run. AP
Bruno Fernandes, 5 - On for Elanga after 78. Unable to alter the scoreline as Leicester changed their wretched run. AP
LEICESTER RATINGS: Kasper Schmeichel, 5 - Could have done better for Greenwood’s goal and generally looked off the pace with his delivery. Getty
LEICESTER RATINGS: Kasper Schmeichel, 5 - Could have done better for Greenwood’s goal and generally looked off the pace with his delivery. Getty
Timothy Castagne, 7 - Struggled to track his man at times but looked much more confident when static, mainly through his ability to stand attacking players up and force them into a decision. AP
Timothy Castagne, 7 - Struggled to track his man at times but looked much more confident when static, mainly through his ability to stand attacking players up and force them into a decision. AP
Wesley Fofana, 8 - From his timing to his interceptions and overall defensive composure, this was an impressive outing for the Frenchman. AP
Wesley Fofana, 8 - From his timing to his interceptions and overall defensive composure, this was an impressive outing for the Frenchman. AP
Caglar Soyuncu, 8 - After slowing Leicester down time and time again before being stuck in the mud for the equaliser, Soyuncu redeemed himself with a bullet header in the second half. Getty
Caglar Soyuncu, 8 - After slowing Leicester down time and time again before being stuck in the mud for the equaliser, Soyuncu redeemed himself with a bullet header in the second half. Getty
Luke Thomas, 7 - The teenage sensation scored an excellent volley to give the Foxes the lead, although his defensive frailties were on display after he lost the ball for Greenwood’s equalising strike. Reuters
Luke Thomas, 7 - The teenage sensation scored an excellent volley to give the Foxes the lead, although his defensive frailties were on display after he lost the ball for Greenwood’s equalising strike. Reuters
Marc Albrighton, 8 - After a nice pass over the top for the opener Albrighton seemed to fade away with poor pace and uneven decision making. However, he caught a second wind in the second half that ended with a divine assist for Soyuncu’s goal. AFP
Marc Albrighton, 8 - After a nice pass over the top for the opener Albrighton seemed to fade away with poor pace and uneven decision making. However, he caught a second wind in the second half that ended with a divine assist for Soyuncu’s goal. AFP
Youri Tielemans, 8 - Fought tooth and nail to help see out the win for the visitors after a smart first half assist and a well-rounded performance. Reuters
Youri Tielemans, 8 - Fought tooth and nail to help see out the win for the visitors after a smart first half assist and a well-rounded performance. Reuters
Wilfred Ndidi, 6 - Started brightly and looked to be a real spark in midfield, although the mask did slip as the game went on with a few awkward challenges. PA
Wilfred Ndidi, 6 - Started brightly and looked to be a real spark in midfield, although the mask did slip as the game went on with a few awkward challenges. PA
Ayoze Perez, 3 - It was the definition of an invisible day at the office for Ayoze Perez as he made next to no impact during his time on the pitch in Manchester. AP
Ayoze Perez, 3 - It was the definition of an invisible day at the office for Ayoze Perez as he made next to no impact during his time on the pitch in Manchester. AP
Jamie Vardy, 6 - Tried to create space and chased down every ball, although it didn’t amount to any major opportunities for Leicester’s main man. AFP
Jamie Vardy, 6 - Tried to create space and chased down every ball, although it didn’t amount to any major opportunities for Leicester’s main man. AFP
Kelechi Iheanacho, 7 - Held the ball up well, brought others into the game and showcased an increased maturity that comes with his newly discovered confidence. Reuters
Kelechi Iheanacho, 7 - Held the ball up well, brought others into the game and showcased an increased maturity that comes with his newly discovered confidence. Reuters
SUBS: Hamza Choudhury, N/A - Controlled the midfield and introduced a calm attitude to Leicester in the middle of the park. AFP
SUBS: Hamza Choudhury, N/A - Controlled the midfield and introduced a calm attitude to Leicester in the middle of the park. AFP
James Maddison, 6 - The England star had a few nice passages of play but still appeared to be a bit rusty at Old Trafford. AP
James Maddison, 6 - The England star had a few nice passages of play but still appeared to be a bit rusty at Old Trafford. AP

Football

Manchester United v Leicester City player ratings: Greenwood 7, Van de Beek 6; Soyuncu 8, Vardy 6

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants cash to strengthen his squad

Andy Mitten
Harry Kettle
Barcelona and Manchester

May 12, 2021

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Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer called on the club's owners to bolster his squad after a 2-1 defeat at home to Leicester confirmed Manchester City as Premier League champions.

Second-placed United, who had to beat the Foxes to maintain their fading title hopes, fell behind to Luke Thomas' 10th-minute goal at Old Trafford.

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Mason Greenwood equalised just five minutes later but Turkish defender Caglar Soyuncu's second-half header saw Leicester to a win that boosted their bid for a Champions League place and set them up for this weekend's FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley.

Defeat left United 10 points behind City, with only a maximum of nine available to the Red Devils from their three remaining league games this season.

The Glazers, United's Florida-based owners, have been the target of bitter demonstrations by supporters in recent weeks as a result of their role in trying to take the club into the aborted European Super League.

But the Glazers have backed United managers in the transfer market during their controversial time in charge and Solskjaer urged them to make more funds available.

"If you want to take up the challenge with them (City) we need to strengthen our squad," Solskjaer told BT Sport.

"Congratulations to them. They have had a fantastic season. I am very pleased with my boys that have made it to the last 10 days with a Manchester City side ahead of us that are lauded as the best in Europe.

"We want to take the next step and it might be that we need a couple more to strengthen the squad."

Player ratings from the match can be seen in the picture gallery above. To view the next image, click on the arrows or swipe if on a mobile device.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves set markets on edge as she appeared visibly distraught in parliament on Wednesday. 

Legislative setbacks for the government have blown a new hole in the budgetary calculations at a time when the deficit is stubbornly large and the economy is struggling to grow. 

She appeared with Keir Starmer on Thursday and the pair embraced, but he had failed to give her his backing as she cried a day earlier.

A spokesman said her upset demeanour was due to a personal matter.

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FINAL RESULT

Sharjah Wanderers 20 Dubai Tigers 25 (After extra-time)

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cons: Flaherty
Pens: Flaherty 2

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Cons: Caldwell 2
Pens: Caldwell, Cross

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