Man Utd Player Ratings: Diallo Delivers vs PAOK
The Red Devils cruised to a 3-0 victory over PAOK in the Europa League Round of 16 second leg, and Amad Diallo was the standout performer on the night. Let's break down the individual performances.
Man Utd Player Ratings
David de Gea (7/10): De Gea had a quiet night, barely tested by the Greek side. He made a couple of routine saves and commanded his box well.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka (7/10): Wan-Bissaka was solid defensively as usual, offering some overlap on the right flank. He was a bit quiet going forward but did a good job of keeping things tight.
Victor Lindelof (7/10): Lindelof was composed and assured at the back, and he formed a solid partnership with Harry Maguire. A good performance from the Swedish defender.
Harry Maguire (7/10): Maguire led the backline well, making important interceptions and headers. He was dominant in the air, keeping PAOK at bay.
Luke Shaw (7/10): Shaw looked dangerous going forward, offering a constant threat down the left flank. He linked up well with Bruno Fernandes and was generally a positive influence.
Fred (7/10): Fred was busy in midfield, winning tackles, breaking up play, and shielding the defense. He did a good job of controlling the pace of the game.
Scott McTominay (7/10): McTominay had a good game in midfield, working tirelessly to break up play and win the ball back. He also showed some nice touches in possession.
Bruno Fernandes (8/10): Fernandes was a constant menace to PAOK, dictating the play and creating chances for his teammates. He provided the assist for the first goal and was instrumental in United's dominant performance.
Amad Diallo (9/10): Diallo was the star of the show, showing flashes of brilliance and adding a real spark to the attack. He scored the second goal with a stunning strike and showed his pace and dribbling skills throughout the game.
Anthony Martial (7/10): Martial was lively and energetic up front, causing problems for the PAOK defense. He scored the opening goal and was a constant threat.
Mason Greenwood (7/10): Greenwood looked dangerous in the final third, linking up well with his teammates and creating chances. He provided the assist for Diallo's goal and was unlucky not to score himself.
Substitutes:
Donny van de Beek (6/10): Van de Beek came on for Fred and provided some much-needed energy in midfield.
Nemanja Matic (N/A): Matic came on in the latter stages to help see out the game.
Daniel James (N/A): James came on for Martial late in the game.
Diallo's Dazzling Display
Amad Diallo stole the show with a performance that will be remembered for a long time. His second goal was a thing of beauty, showing his incredible talent and hinting at the potential he has to be a star for Manchester United in the future.
The Ivorian winger was electric, his pace and trickery causing havoc for the PAOK defenders. He was a constant threat and his performance was a real positive for the club.
This game served as a reminder of the quality that Diallo possesses. He is a player with huge potential and one who has the potential to become a key player for Man Utd in the years to come.
Looking Ahead
With the Europa League Round of 16 win secured, Man Utd will now be focusing their attention on the Premier League and the FA Cup. They will be looking to finish the season strong and win some silverware. The performances of players like Diallo are a sign of the exciting future that lies ahead for the Red Devils.