PLAYER RATINGS: Marcus Rashford repays Erik ten Hag’s faith and Luke Shaw shines on his return… but which Man United star is our man of the match after thrilling 4-3 win at Wolves?

In a game played amidst a backdrop of controversy surrounding Marcus Rashford, the England international made headlines for all the right reasons as Manchester United secured a dramatic victory at Molineux. 

Just five minutes in, Rashford offered a glimpse of his devastating best in front of goal, striking home from the edge of the box to give United the lead.

Rashford found repeated success linking up with a returning Luke Shaw on the left flank, and the full-back produced an inch-perfect pass to set up Rasmus Hojlund as the visitors doubled their advantage.

Wolves pulled a goal back from the spot through Pablo Sarabia before Scott McTominay briefly restored United’s two-goal lead. The hosts kept their pressure up to the last though, and again halved the deficit through Max Kilman before Pedro Neto put them back on level terms in stoppage time.

There was still another twist to come though, and Kobbie Mainoo sent the travelling support into ecstasy after his finessed strike fired United to victory.

Mail Sport’s Chris Wheeler was on hand at Molineux to rate players’ performances. 

MANCHESTER UNITED

Andre Onana – 6.5

Did what was asked of him in the first half but looked far from secure after the interval. Will be grateful to Martinez for a goal line clearance after the restart.

Luke Shaw – 7

In his first Premier League start since Christmas, the England international proved just why he is so crucial for Erik ten Hag’s side. Linked up superbly with Rashford.

Luke Shaw rekindled his partnership with Marcus Rashford on the left flank to devastating effect

Lisandro Martinez – 7

Assured in defence, United are a much better team with the Argentinian. Showed expert initiative to deny Max Kilman a certain goal early in the second half.

Raphael Varane – 6.5

Came close to netting United’s third in the first half and was typically solid. Should have done better with Neto’s late equaliser.

Diogo Dalot – 6.5

With Shaw handling more of the offensive responsibilities, the Portugal international maintained his focus on denying the hosts repeatedly down the right-hand side.

Casemiro saw a pair of headers from set pieces go wide but was unlucky to concede a penalty

Casemiro – 6.5

Had two solid chances to head home from set pieces go wide but was solid otherwise. Was unlucky to give away the penalty that led to Sarabia’s goal.

Kobbie Mainoo – 7

A night he won’t soon forget. Just days after netting his first senior goal for the club Mainoo repeated the feat in the league, beating multiple players before firing home to secure three points at the death.

Kobbie Mainoo is consistently improving and netted his first Premier League goal

Marcus Rashford – 7

Needed a big performance this evening with the controversy surrounding his weekend and wasted no time showing what he is capable of with the early goal.

Bruno Fernandes – 8

A true captain’s performance, Fernandes pulled the strings as United eventually managed to get the job done. Assisted Scott McTominay for the third goal.

Alejandro Garnacho – 7

A tireless performance from the 19-year-old that saw him involved in much of United’s offensive work. Did lack quality in certain moments.

Rasmus Hojlund is finally up and running and benefited from increased service at Molineux

Rasmus Hojlund – 7

After waiting what must have felt like an eternity for his first Premier League goal the Dane is well and truly off to the races. Clearly benefited from Shaw’s attacking excursions. 

Substitutes:

Antony (73 for Rashford) – 6

Scott McTominay (73 for Casemiro) – 6.5

Harry Maguire (86 for Martinez)

Omari Forson (86 for Hojlund) 

Manager: Erik ten Hag – 7 

A lot of attention was on the United boss as to how he would deal with the Rashford situation. Elected to start the 26-year-old and was immediately rewarded for his decision. Will no doubt be concerned at his side’s inability to effectively kill a game off after taking control, however.

WOLVES 

Jose Sa – 6

Max Kilman – 7

Craig Dawson – 6.5

Toti – 6

Nelson Semedo – 6

Mario Lemina – 6.5

Tommy Doyle – 6.5 

Matt Doherty – 6 

Pedro Neto – 7

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde – 6 

Matheus Cunha – 7 

Wolves were unfortunate not to walk away with at least a point after their second-half performance 

Substitutes:

Rayan Ait-Nouri (54 for Doherty) – 6

Pablo Sarabia (63 for Bellegarde) – 7

Joao Gomes (82 for Doyle)

Nathan Fraser  (82 for Gomes)

Manager: Gary O’Neil 6.