The Denmark international scored just his fourth goal of the Premier League season to earn a last-gasp draw for Ruben Amorim's side
Rasmus Hojlund scored in stoppage time to earn Manchester United a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth on Sunday after a performance that will not have left Europa League semi-final opponents Athletic Club with much to worry about ahead of Thursday's first leg in Bilbao.
After an even first quarter of the game, Bournemouth took the lead when Patrick Dorgu lost the ball deep inside his own half and the Cherries worked the ball into Antoine Semenyo's path to power a shot past Andre Onana. United did come close to going in level, however, as Kepa Arrizabalaga showed strong reactions to tip Alejandro Garnacho's attempted lop wide of the post.
The Red Devils had to endure a spell of pressure early in the second period, during which Dango Ouattara hit the post from a free-kick, but they were given a lifeline with around 20 minutes to go after a VAR review led to Bournemouth striker Evanilson being sent off for a foul on Noussair Mazraoui.
Unsurprisingly, United began to dominate proceedings against 10 men, and Bruno Fernandes, Mason Mount and Chido Obi all wasted opportunities in front of goal before Hojlund found himself in the right place on the edge of the six-yard box to convert from close range.
GOAL rates United's players from the Vitality Stadium…
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Andre Onana (5/10):
Had a couple of hairy moments with both his hands and feet. Beaten at his near post by Semenyo, though power of the shot would have likely beaten him regardless.
Leny Yoro (6/10):
Started the game impressively as he continues to grow into his role in the United line up. Did give the ball away sloppily a couple of times as the game wore on, but encouraging signs.
Harry Maguire (6/10):
Showed good strength as he marshalled the United backline well. Given the final quarter of the game off to prepare for Athletic Club in the week.
Luke Shaw (5/10):
A little rusty on his first Premier League start for 14 months. Ill-advised pass to Dorgu invited pressure in the build up to Semenyo's goal, but did look more comfortable out wide after the red card.
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Noussair Mazraoui (7/10):
Solid in his battle with Ouattara and looked to get United forward whenever he found possession.
Casemiro (6/10):
Put himself about plenty to win the ball back and get United on the front foot. Another who was replaced midway through the second half.
Kobbie Mainoo (5/10):
Started brightly and tested Kepa with an early shot, but lost his way a little as the game wore on.
Patrick Dorgu (3/10):
Never looked up to speed as he was regularly came out second best even before his loss of possession led to the opening goal. Amorim has a job to do to get the best out of the January signing.
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Alejandro Garnacho (5/10):
Had three opportunities in the first half but yet again couldn't convert in front of goal. Showed plenty of willing, but end product was lacking.
Bruno Fernandes (4/10):
Cut an increasingly frustrated figure as very little he tried came off. United will pray this was just a minor blip ahead of their huge Europa League semi-final.
Rasmus Hojlund (5/10):
An absolute non-factor for long periods, and he showed little to suggest he could turn the game in United's favour until popping up with the late equaliser which might give his confidence a much-needed boost.
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Manuel Ugarte (5/10):
On for Casemiro but was a little careless at times while United pushed for an equaliser.
Mason Mount (6/10):
Came close to scoring on a couple of occasions, only to be denied by heroic Bournemouth blocks.
Victor Lindelof (6/10):
Didn't have much to do as Bournemouth retreated following the red card.
Chido Obi (5/10):
Had a couple of opportunities to score, but lacked conviction in front of goal.
Christian Eriksen (N/A):
On for stoppage time.
Ruben Amorim (4/10):
Another game where his side never looked like dominating until they had a man advantage. Didn't rest many starters, either, so could be some tired legs in Bilbao on Thursday.
