Manchester United faced Hull City at the MKM Stadium earlier today, aiming to achieve a positive result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils started slowly, conceding the first goal in the 17th minute when Semi Ajayi scored. Nobel Mendy extended Hull’s lead in the 38th minute, leaving Manchester United trailing 2-0 at halftime.

In the second half, Michael Carrick’s squad was unable to mount a comeback and suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat away from home.

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Here’s a breakdown of how each Manchester United player performed during the match against Hull City.

He made several solid saves but will feel disappointed after conceding twice in the first half.

RB; Noussair Mazraoui – 6.5/10

Mazraoui cleared danger when necessary and contributed two good chances offensively.

CB: Harry Maguire – 7/10

He effectively defended and posed a threat at the opposing end.

CB: Ayden Heaven – 6/10

Heaven struggled defensively and did not perform well.

HULL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 22: Nobel Mendy of Hull City scores his team’s second goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Hull City and Manchester United at MKM Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Hull, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

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LB: Luke Shaw – 6.5/10

Shaw had moments of impact on both sides of the pitch but it wasn’t enough today.

CM: Andrey Santos – 6/10

Santos handled his defensive duties but provided little offensive support.

CM: Youri Tielemans – 6/10

Tielemans struggled to make a significant impact during his appearance.

RW: Bryan Mbeumo – 6/10

He was willing to take shots at goal but couldn’t convert his opportunities.

CAM: Bruno Fernandes – 6.5/10

Fernandes consistently threatened in the attacking third but lacked precision.

LW: Patrick Dorgu – 5/10

Dorgu struggled to make an impact in the first half and was substituted at halftime.

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ST: Matheus Cunha – 6/10

Cunha sought to create opportunities but fell short in finishing.

LW: Marcus Rashford – 6.5/10

Rashford created several decent chances for teammates in the attacking third.

CM: Kobbie Mainoo – 6/10

He did not stand out following his introduction from the bench.

ST: Benjamin Sesko – 6/10

Sesko remained a threat in the attacking position.

RB: Diogo Dalot – 6.5/10

Dalot generated one solid chance in the offensive play.

Manchester United faced off against Hull City at the MKM Stadium earlier today as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Red Devils made a slow start to the game and conceded the opening goal in the 17th minute when Semi Ajayi found the back of the net. Nobel Mendy doubled his team’s lead in the 38th minute as Man United went into the half-time break 2-0 down on the scoreline.

Michael Carrick’s men failed to mount a comeback in the second 45 minutes and crashed to a poor 2-0 loss away from home.

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Let’s take a look at how each Manchester United player fared during the clash against Hull City.

He made a couple of solid saves at the back but won’t be pleased after conceding twice in the first half.

RB; Noussair Mazraoui – 6.5/10

Mazraoui cleared the danger when he could and made two good chances going forward.

CB: Harry Maguire – 7/10

He put his foot through the ball when needed and was a threat at the other end of the field.

CB: Ayden Heaven – 6/10

Heaven failed to give a good account of himself on the defensive end of the pitch.

HULL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 22: Nobel Mendy of Hull City scores his team’s second goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Hull City and Manchester United at MKM Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Hull, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

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LB: Luke Shaw – 6.5/10

Shaw caught the eye at times on both halves but it was not enough today.

CM: Andrey Santos – 6/10

He did his fair share of defending but offered very little going forward.

CM: Youri Tielemans – 6/10

Tielemans struggled to impress during his time on the field.

RW: Bryan Mbeumo – 6/10

He was not shy of having a strike at goal but failed to take his chances.

CAM: Bruno Fernandes – 6.5/10

Fernandes was a constant menace in the final third but lacked the cutting edge in the final third.

LW: Patrick Dorgu – 5/10

He struggled to prove his worth in the first half and was replaced at half-time.

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ST: Matheus Cunha – 6/10

Cunha wanted to make things happen inside the Hull half but lacked the cutting edge in front of goal.

LW: Marcus Rashford – 6.5/10

Rashford engineered a few decent chances for his teammates in the final third.

CM: Kobbie Mainoo – 6/10

He failed to catch the eye after coming off the bench.

ST: Benjamin Sesko – 6/10

Sesko was a threat up top.

RB: Diogo Dalot – 6.5/10

He made one good chance going forward.