Arsenal 0-0 Manchester United: 5 hits and flops as Red Devils drop more points | Premier League 2020-21

Hit: Aaron Wan-Bissaka (Manchester United)

Wan-Bissaka was arguably Manchester United's best player against Arsenal.

His passing wasn't the best, but Manchester United's Aaron Wan-Bissaka was excellent defensively, as he frustrated Arsenal with his crucial interventions.

Wan-Bissaka finished the match with four tackles and clearances apiece; he also made three interceptions.

Offensively, he missed a good chance in the first half though, as he lacked the confidence to finish off a good cross from Shaw.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s game by numbers vs. Arsenal:82% pass accuracy 10 ball recoveries 5 tackles attempted 4 tackles won 4 clearances 3 interceptions 2 chances created2 fouls committed 1 big chance created Man Utd’s standout performer. 🕸 pic.twitter.com/luUQyCEQyr

— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) January 30, 2021

Nevertheless, the former Crystal Palace man created two good opportunities after the break with delicious crosses, though Rashford and Cavani failed to direct their efforts on target.

It was arguably a Man-of-the-Match performance from the full-back, who can only get better with more confidence and accuracy in passing.

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Flop: Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Another no-show from Bruno Fernandes in another big game.

While no Manchester United signing of late has made quite the impact which Bruno Fernandes has since arriving from Sporting Lisbon last year, one criticism often levelled at him is his inability to step up in the big games.

After his performance against Arsenal, that perception is only going to increase. The winger was conspicuous by his absence once again, both in terms of goals and creation of chances.

Fernandes dragged a good chance wide of the post in the first half and had an effort from close range intercepted, as he took a tad too long to line up his shot.

Bruno Fernandes disappeared in yet another big game. Biggest false image in football. Always drops a disasterclass when it actually matters

— ⚡️🇧🇼 (@Priceless_Silva) January 30, 2021

Otherwise, the Manchester United midfielder was simply anonymous,and cut an isolated figure on the flanks.

His record against the 'big six' of the Premier League now stands at just two goals in nine games since he joined Manchester United; both goals came against Tottenham Hotspur, one of them a penalty in his team's 6-1 loss earlier this season.

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Hit: David Luiz (Arsenal)

David Luiz was a class act for Arsenal against Manchester United.

David Luiz, despite his penchant to create negative headlines, had a decent outing against Manchester United. He organised Arsenal's defence with aplomb and thwarted the visitors' progression in the final third.

David Luiz has been named Sky Sports' Man of the Match this evening.Well in, David. pic.twitter.com/0wpJCRWQ5H

— AFTV (@AFTVMedia) January 30, 2021

The former Chelsea defender won two aerial duels and made four clearances, while also blocking a free-kick from Fernandes. His efforts at goal were pretty wayward though.