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Manchester United smashed Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 in London on Saturday in the Premier League to return to winning ways in resounding fashion. Cristiano Ronaldo, Edinson Cavani and Marcus Rashford off the bench were among the goalscorers for the visitors as Spurs lost for the fifth time in ten games this season.
The Portuguese ace got them underway with a fine volley from a tight angle in the first half. Ronaldo then set up Cavani with an incredible defence-splitting pass after the break.
With the clock winding down, there was still time for a third. Rashford put the final nail in Tottenham's coffin in the 86th minute with a fine finish into the far post.
Manchester United won for the first time in five league games and now climb up to fifth in the standings with 17 points. They are level on points with West Ham United, but have played a game more.
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On that note, here are the player ratings for both teams:
Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings against Manchester United
Hugo Lloris - 5/10
Completely helpless with all three United's goals, Lloris wasn't supported adequately by the defence ahead of him either.
Emerson - 4/10
Spurs full-backs had a tough game, including Emerson, whose crosses were utterly wayward, and came to nothing.
Cristian Romero - 5/10
Romero stood out from a bunch of dreadful performances in defence, although the bar couldn't have been any lower. Some of his passes were good, and he timed his tackles well too.
Eric Dier - 4.5/10
He pulled out of position for United's second goal, and was also culpable for the third. Dier left acres of space at the back for Rashford to run into, and execute a fine finish.
Ben Davies - 4/10
Wasteful in possession and failed to track Ronaldo, Davies was simply poor on the night.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg - 4/10
It was another poor game for the Dane, whose passing was off the mark. In fact, it was his sloppy play that eventually led to United's second goal.
Oliver Skipp - 4/10
The youngster, who has had a fine campaign so far, also failed to impress, giving the ball away multiple times.
Lucas Moura - 7/10
It was an encouraging display from the Brazilian, who was Tottenham's brightest spark on the night. Moura showed a lot of energy and dynamism against United.
Giovani Lo Celso - 3/10
Even in this poor bunch, Lo Celso stood out for being one of the worst, which is truly saying something. Sloppy passes, poor work ethic and absolutely listless - the Argentine couldn't have been any worse on the night.
Heung-min Son - 5/10
So often the creative spark of his side, Son couldn't produce anything special on the night. In fact, he had a stinker, making wayward shots and poor corner-kick deliveries.
Harry Kane - 4/10
Nothing went right for the beleaguered Spurs striker again. Kane was laboured in possession, and barely made any shots. He generally lacked confidence in front of goal in his 350th Spurs appearance.
Ratings of Tottenham Hotspur substitutes against Manchester United
Steven Bergwijn - 4/10
The Dutchman was hardly even seen in the game.
Tanguy Ndombele - 4/10
He was anonymous on the field, much like Bergwijn.
Dele Alli - N/A
He didn't have enough time to make an impact.
Manchester United Player Ratings against Tottenham Hotspur
David De Gea - 6.5/10
With Spurs totally listless in attack, Manchester United custodian De Gea had a comfortable game. In fact, he didn't face a single shot all night.
Victor Lindelof - 6.5/10
He read the game brilliantly, making four clearances. But his attempts to get the ball out from the back weren't always successful.
Raphael Varane - 7/10
With him in defence, United looked a much better side than the one that was torn apart by Liverpool last weekend. Varane should start every game for United.
Harry Maguire - 6/10
It was a much better outing from the United captain, following a series of horror shows recently.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka - 7/10
Defensively, he was great, producing a stupendous block on Son, although the Korean was offside anyway.
Scott McTominay - 7.5/10
He fought hard for the ball, made excellent distributions, and ran through the heart of Spurs. McTominay was on fire on the night.
Fred - 6/10
The Brazilian lost most of his ground duels, but still a reliable figure in midfield. He even attempted a shot from distance.
Luke Shaw - 7.5/10
Shaw put on a defensive masterclass, dominating in the air, making four clearances and two interceptions.
Bruno Fernandes - 8/10
The Portuguese ace picked up pockets of space to work into as usual. He created numerous chances, including the superb assist for Ronaldo's opener.
Edinson Cavani - 7/10
He was an excellent foil for Ronaldo, running the length of the pitch, and capping off a good performance with an equally sweet strike.
Cristiano Ronaldo - 8/10
The prolific No.7 got United underway with a stupendous volley from a tight angle. He then assisted Cavani with an incredible defence-splitting pass.
Ratings of Manchester United substitutes against Tottenham Hotspur
Marcus Rashford - 7/10
He got United's third of the evening with a confident finish at the far post. It's now three in four games for Rashford since returning from injury.
Nemanja Matic - 6/10
He merely came on to add silk and steel in midfield and ensure Spurs didn't get anything from the game, not that they looked likely to.
Jesse Lingard - N/A
It was a case of too little too late when Lingard was subbed.
