While Ciaran Clark and Paul Dummett came out of the encounter with some praise – Joelinton, Jonjo Shelvey and Jeff Hendrick did not.
A point, a place moved up in the Premier League, but was it really enough? Here’s every one of the 13 players used in the 0-0 bore draw in the Midlands rated...
9. Joe Willock - 6
Had a lively opening period, created a great chance for Joelinton and forced a second-half save from Johnstone. Photo: Gareth Copley
10. Joelinton - 4
Had a great first-half chance, but inexplicably opted to pass rather than shoot, United needed more of a presence in the box. Photo: GARETH COPLEY
11. Ryan Fraser - 5
Quiet before the break, couldn’t do anything with some of the passes aimed at him. Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
12. Dwight Gayle - 6
(for Hendrick 57) Took up the No.10 role, set up a chance for Willock. Photo: Pool