Man Utd became the first ever English side to win at the Estadio Do Dragao on Wednesday evening, securing a 1-0 victory to book a Champions League semi-final berth. Goal.com rates the participants.
Apr 15, 2009 5:05:16 PM
Manchester United
Van der Sar 6 - The veteran had a great first half, looking very confident. However, he was suddenly all over the place as the game reached its conclusion.
O'Shea 6 - The Irishman covered lot of ground and set up Vidic, who should have scored. Quiet but effective during the second period.
Ferdinand 7 - Cleared fit to play at the last minute and, although he's clearly not 100 per cent and had to rely on Vidic or O'Shea at times, he was cool and composed generally.
Vidic 7 - The stopper was the first in the book, catching Lopez, and it got worse when he somehow missed the target from three yards before half-time. He improved after the break through and was usually in just the right position to snuff out any blossoming threat.
Evra 5 - Had something of a mare at left-back. Booked early in the second half and given the run-around by Mariano.
Anderson 6.5 - A key man early on, tackling well and retaining the ball. Replaced by Scholes, though, as Ferguson sought experience.
Carrick 7 - Was hobbling at one point, but recovered to put in a lot of running. Alongside Anderson and then Scholes he was part of a midfield unit which really limited the Portuguese.
Giggs 8.5 - Had a fine effort well held by Helton during the first half. Had to track back more after the break, though, as Evra continued to struggle. Wherever he went, though, he oozed class.
Ronaldo 7.5 - Scored an early 35-yard screamer which was just what the doctor ordered. Explosive in bursts, popping up in different positions. Went close on another couple of occasions and had a reasonably simple and effective game.
Berbatov 6.5 - The usually laconic Bulgarian was in the mood in Portugal, putting himself about uncharacteristically. However, he faded badly and was hooked for Nani.
Rooney 8 - Started on the right, for a change, and worked hard as you'd expect. Despite walking the yellow card tightrope, he was always in and around the action, attempting a couple of decent efforts.
Subs: Nani was borderline dreadful when he came on, but Scholes was a welcome addition as United endured a nervy last few minutes.
Greg Ptolomey, Goal.com
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