Man Utd player ratings: Mbeumo and Mount shine but plenty of work to do after Everton 2-2

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by Chris Hetherington
Monday, 04 August 2025 at 09:12
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Manchester United brought their pre-season tour of the United States to a close with a 2-2 draw against Everton.
Securing the point they needed to win the Premier League Summer Series, United took the lead with 19 minutes on the clock when Bruno Fernandes dispatched a well-taken penalty after Amad was fouled inside the box.
Despite having chances to increase their lead, United were pegged back shortly before half-time when Everton pounced on some poor play by Manuel Ugarte and clawed themselves via a smart finish from Iliman Ndiaye.
Following a collection of changes, United got their noses back in front with just over 20 minutes to go when substitute Mason Mount turned inside the box and curled a fantastic effort beyond Toffees goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
However, United were pegged back for a second time just six minutes later when a bizarre own-goal from Ayden Heaven crept into the bottom corner and out of the reach of United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir.
United, who handed a debut to Bryan Mbeumo, did not have as much composure about them as they did in their opening two tour games, meaning there is still plenty of room for improvement.
Altay Bayindir
Palmed James Garner's free kick back into harm's way and was let off when Everton struck the post on the rebound. Wholly unconvincing again. 5
Leny Yoro
Only one of three players to start all three tour games, Yoro played on the front foot again and looked to pick a pass. 7
Matthijs de Ligt
Defended solidly in the middle and seems set to start the season over Harry Maguire. Stayed on for nearly the full duration. 6
Luke Shaw
Had more hassle than against Bournemouth as United failed to have as much control against Everton. Came off less than an hour in. 6
Amad
Back on the right wing and supplemented the attack effectively. Won the penalty that Bruno Fernandes scored. Moved further forward for the second half. 6
Manuel Ugarte
From dominant against West Ham to dominated by Everton. Robbed of the ball when trying to dribble out of defence and seconds later Everton equalised. 5
Kobbie Mainoo
Took up promising positions off the ball but struggled to effect the play with the ball. Made way for Mason Mount, which was a tad damning. 5
Diogo Dalot
Filled in on the left wing. Put in a good tackle to deny Beto and hurt himself. Switched back to the right when Bryan Mbeumo went off at half-time. 6
Bryan Mbeumo
Drew 'ooh's with his first two touches, had a key role in the play leading up to the penalty and quickly developed connections with Matheus Cunha and Bruno Fernandes. His withdrawal was pre-planned. 7
Bruno Fernandes
Accelerated attacks and coolly converted another penalty before he switched off for Iliman Ndiyaye's equaliser. Dropped back to midfield and did well for Mason Mount's goal. 7
Matheus Cunha
Played as the false nine and connected well in the move that led to the penalty but his tendency to drop deep deprived United of a focal point. 6
Subs
Patrick Dorgu
Replaced Mbeumo and offered natural width. 6
Harry Maguire
Been cheered loudly all tour and this was the loudest. Important tackle on Beto. 7
Ayden Heaven
Lucklessly scored an own goal. 5
Mason Mount
Scored a lovely goal reminiscent of his first against Athletic Bilbao. 8
Casemiro
Did not settle into the flow of the game. 5
Rasmus Hojlund
Came on for the final 20 minutes. 5
Tyler Fredricson
Late cameo. N/A
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