Wolves achieved a remarkable Boxing Day victory, continuing Manchester United’s struggles.

The 2-0 defeat indicates that Ruben Amorim has managed to secure only two wins in seven Premier League games.

Bruno Fernandes was sent off for two yellow cards

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Bruno Fernandes was shown red for two yellow cardsCredit: Reuters
Andre Onana was beaten directly from a Matheus Cunha corner

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Andre Onana was caught out by a corner from Matheus Cunha, leading to the first goalCredit: Getty

Currently, United is in 14th place in the league standings, a predicament worsened by Bruno Fernandes’ red card and Andre Onana conceding a goal directly from a corner.

Here’s a summary of how SunSport rated the players’ performances…

ANDRE ONANA: 4

Made a crucial reflex save from Jorgen Strand Larsen in the first half but notably misjudged the path of Cunha’s corner, which resulted in the first goal – his complaint of obstruction by Matt Doherty was dismissed.

LENY YORO: 5

Reintroduced into the squad, he received a yellow card within minutes for a foul on Cunha, putting him under pressure as he faced Wolves repeatedly, and was substituted not long after the hour mark.

HARRY MAGUIRE: 6

The England defender worked diligently to keep United competitive during prolonged periods of pressure, successfully preventing danger until the late stages, even attempting a header in stoppage time.

LISANDRO MARTINEZ: 6

Teamed up with Maguire to make life difficult for Wolves, showing tenacity with important tackles late in the game before being caught out on a counterattack in the final moments.

NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI: 5

Displayed persistence but struggled against match standout, Cunha.

MANUEL UGARTE: 5

Was dispossessed too easily at times and found it challenging versus a lively Wolves attack, leading to his substitution following Fernandes’ sending off.

KOBBIE MAINOO: 5

Showed potential early on and created good chances but was booked after the break as United found it tough to generate chances, resulting in his substitution.

DIOGO DALOT: 6

Forced an outstanding save from Jose Sa in the first half, a rare highlight for United, although his overall influence on the game was limited.

AMAD DIALLO: 5

Lacked awareness towards his teammates at times and failed to replicate the impressive form he showed in the Manchester derby less than two weeks ago.

BRUNO FERNANDES: 3

Received a second yellow early in the second half for a foul on Nelson Semedo, a reflection of his overall frustration during the match.

RASMUS HOJLUND: 5

Grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of support from teammates, struggled offensively, and was substituted with ten minutes left.

SUBS:

Casemiro (for Mainoo, 63 mins): 6

Christian Eriksen (for Ugarte, 63 mins): 6

Antony (for Yoro, 63 mins): 6

Alejandro Garnacho (for Amad, 79 mins): 5

Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 79 mins): 5