Man Utd player ratings vs Aston Villa: Bruno Fernandes injury & Leny Yoro disasterclass sap festive cheer for Red Devils as Morgan Rogers fires Villans to 10th consecutive win

Senne Lammens (6/10):

Spread himself really well to repel an early effort from McGinn and displayed safe hands when called upon. Nothing he could do about either of Rogers’ goals as he was left rooted to the spot.

Leny Yoro (4/10):

At fault for Villa’s first as he took far too long to address the threat posed by Rogers. Was drifted past with ease before the ball ended up in the top corner. Failed to block Villa’s star man again for the home side’s second.

Ayden Heaven (6/10):

The teenager is still learning his trade, but is prepared to put his body on the line for the good of the collective cause. Put in two brave first-half blocks and stood up to the challenge of Watkins.

Luke Shaw (5/10):

Could have been the one pushed into midfield when Fernandes had to be replaced, but was left at the back. Frustrated by those around him as Rogers was allowed far too much space in which to work his magic.

Diogo Dalot (5/10):

Should have done better for Villa’s second, with the Portuguese failing to prevent Youri Tielemans from digging out a cross. Not involved as much as Amorim would have liked, especially getting forward.

Manuel Ugarte (4/10):

Failed to keep an eye on Rogers, who was able to drift into space behind the Uruguayan. Sloppy in possession on too many occasions. Replaced by debutant Fletcher in the second-half.

Bruno Fernandes (5/10):

Handed United an injury scare when grabbing at his hamstring midway through the first-half. Was initially able to play on, but was replaced at the break with no risks being taken on his fitness.

Patrick Dorgu (5/10):

Was given license to push on, which helped United to keep Villa’s buccaneering full-backs pegged inside their own half. Won the ball back for United's only goal. Still lacks confidence and takes too long on the ball at times. Did deliver a pinpoint cross for Cunha, which was wasted.

Mason Mount (6/10):

Expected to form part of United’s front three, but dropped deeper to line up in a midfield trio. Allowed the Red Devils to gain greater control in the engine room. Dragged a shot wide early in the second period.

Matheus Cunha (6/10):

Flashed an early effort narrowly past the post. Hit the net in first-half stoppage-time when being gifted the ball by Cash and making no mistake as he crashed across Martinez. Missed a second-half sitter when heading Dorgu’s delivery wide from close range.

Benjamin Sesko (5/10):

Asked to lead the line and should have made more of a clear sight of goal that saw him go through one-on-one. He fired at Martinez, instead of dinking over him. Was hauled off in the second 45.

Lisandro Martinez (6/10):

Replaced Fernandes at the break, meaning that he was asked to step into an unfamiliar midfield role when United had the ball. Fizzed a long-range shot inches past the post. Dropped into the back three late on.

Joshua Zirkzee (6/10):

Involved in some neat build-up play, but was unable to find a way through. United were unable to conjure him up a sight of goal.

Jack Fletcher (6/10):

The son of United legend Darren Fletcher. Handed his Premier League debut with United chasing the game. Will benefit from the experience.

Shea Lacey (N/A):

Late introduction off the bench. An exciting talent with more to give in the future. Hit one shot straight at Martinez.

Ruben Amorim (6/10):

Will have been encouraged by a lot of what he saw from United, but was ultimately left empty-handed. Will be sweating on medical updates when it comes to Fernandes, as the Red Devils cannot afford to lose their skipper for long.