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Manchester United 3-1 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners taste first defeat

By James Cormack

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Ben White and Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal looks dejected after Marcus Rashford of Manchester United (not pictured) scores their sides third goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 04, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Ben White and Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal looks dejected after Marcus Rashford of Manchester United (not pictured) scores their sides third goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 04, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /
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Sambi Lokonga should’ve had an assist on Sunday afternoon. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
Sambi Lokonga should’ve had an assist on Sunday afternoon. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) /

Sambi Lokonga (CM) – 5.5/10 – It was a devastating pass from Lokonga that set Martinelli on his way for Arsenal’s disallowed opener. The Belgian grew into the contest, but he didn’t do a good job of protecting his defence. Also gave away possession which led to United’s second.

Granit Xhaka (CM) – 6.5/10 – Did an excellent job in ensuring his side circulated possession efficiently throughout and smartly rotated down the left to ensure Zinchenko could create infield. Another solid performance from the Swiss midfielder.

Martin Odegaard (CM) – 6.5/10 – The skipper operated handily from the right half-space and sought to probe United’s backline throughout. However, his finishing let him down in this one.

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