I am proud of this five players. This is my last match with this club and they are the only players that deserves to remains at this club”-“FANS SHOCKED” as Ruud van Nistelrooy praises five “excellent” Man United players after 1-1 draw vs Chelsea.

Ruud van Nistelrooy praised five “excellent” Manchester United players following their 1-1 draw against Chelsea over the weekend.

United secured a point at home, despite initially taking the lead with 20 minutes left on the clock. Bruno Fernandes scored from the penalty spot after Rasmus Højlund was fouled, but Chelsea equalized just five minutes later. United’s poor start to the Premier League season continues, with the team sitting in 13th place after 10 games and only 12 points.

Nevertheless, Van Nistelrooy found positives in the team’s performance, especially given Chelsea’s strong form and the many challenges United are currently facing. He highlighted five players for their solid displays, particularly in defense and midfield.

“From the back, center, Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs De Ligt did a great job,” Van Nistelrooy told Sky Sports, noting their key contributions in keeping Chelsea’s attack in check.

Mazraoui especially stood out with a strong performance, earning United’s Man of the Match award. However, the front three struggled to make an impact, with United looking lackluster in the attacking third. Marcus Rashford began well but faded after swapping wings with Alejandro Garnacho—a decision by Van Nistelrooy that puzzled some.

Incoming head coach Ruben Amorim will have plenty to address upon his arrival at Old Trafford, with consistent scoring likely at the top of his priority list.

Ruud van Nistelrooy’s praise for the defensive and midfield stability shown by Manchester United highlights some promising signs in what’s been a challenging season so far. Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt, both mentioned for their defensive resilience, appear to be forming a solid partnership, managing to contain Chelsea’s forwards for most of the game. Noussair Mazraoui’s standout performance earned him the Man of the Match, adding strength on the flanks, which United has needed.

In the midfield, Bruno Fernandes again made a significant impact with his goal, but United’s lack of firepower up front remains an issue. Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho, despite some initial moments, couldn’t maintain momentum, which raises questions about their positioning and chemistry in the forward line.

With Ruben Amorim set to arrive as head coach, one of his main tasks will be to unlock United’s attacking potential and work on creating a more consistent and effective offense.