Manchester United 0-0 Valencia: 5 Hits and Flops

Manchester United v Valencia - UEFA Champions League Group H
Rashford in action against Valencia during their Group H clash

#1 Hit: Ezequiel Garay

Manchester United v Valencia - UEFA Champions League Group H
Garay keeps the advancing Lukaku at bay

The number one spot could've easily been given to Kondogbia, or even Garay's centre-back partner Gabriel on his return to England, but I've gone for the experienced Argentine here as he displayed his quality in a match where the visitors were forced into plenty of defending for sustained periods.

Cristiano Piccini and Jose Gaya were both solid performers on opposite flanks, embracing their defensive duties during a match where their opportunities to fly forward were always going to be few and far between.

However, Garay's concentration never weaned and despite a few nervy moments, which comes with the territory, he was a rock at the back. Five interceptions, six clearances, four blocked shots, a tackle and no fouls committed?

Fantastic display, while club captain Daniel Parejo was poor, Garay lead by example for Gabriel and his other defensive counterparts to follow.

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