The Brazilian was handed top marks by our man at Easter Road, Miles Starforth. And as well as that it was a young Geordie who also impressed for Steve Bruce’s men, who are less than a fortnight away from their Premier League opener at St James’s Park against Arsenal.
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5. Isaac Hayden - 6
Competed well in midfield and played the full 90 minutes. Photo: Lintao Zhang
6. Jonjo Shelvey - 7
Delivered a couple of excellent balls forward, at the heart of most United attacks. Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Joelinton - 8
Opened his United account with a first-time volley from six yards, linked play and was a physical presence. Photo: Mark Runnacles
8. Ki Sung-yueng - 6
(for Longstaff, 60) Steady performance in midfield. Photo: Alex Livesey