But how did United’s players fare? Our man Danny Hall offers his player ratings.
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Given a difficult time by Nmecha early in the game but overall, another good shift at left centre-half in Jack O'Connell's absence. Shifted back to wing-back later in the game and shone Photo: Simon Bellis
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Playing in an unfamiliar position at left wing-back, Dowell was solid rather than spectacular but did what he had to do to earn United the points, especially after walking the tightrope of an early booking Photo: Simon Bellis
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Lost his passing radar a few times but a few of his other touches were a sheer delight to watch, including a raking volleyed pass to Dowell in the second half. Put his foot in when needed, too Photo: Simon Bellis
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Uncharacteristically gave the ball away a few times, including one that led to a Robinson chance, but showed his class as United looked to see out the victory - one move with Stevens bamboozling the home defence completely Photo: Simon Bellis