Rogers shines, 3/10 for sent-off Martinez - player ratings for Chelsea v Man Utd

What the report says

BBC Sport Football reported that Chelsea beat Manchester United 2-0 at Stamford Bridge after a second-half burst settled the match. Morgan Rogers, Chelsea’s £117m signing, opened the scoring in the 50th minute, and Cole Palmer later converted a penalty after United defender Lisandro Martinez was sent off for conceding it. The result left Manchester United with another difficult day, while Chelsea controlled the closing stages with the numerical advantage.

In BBC Sport’s player ratings, Rogers was named Chelsea’s standout performer and Palmer also scored well, though the England forward was described as quieter than usual. BBC’s writers said several Chelsea players contributed to a solid defensive effort, with goalkeeper Mike Penders and midfielder Romeo Lavia among those noted positively. There was also praise for young attacker Estevao Willian, who looked lively and threatened throughout.

For Manchester United, Lisandro Martinez received the lowest mark after a costly red card changed the game. Goalkeeper Senne Lammens and forward Amad Diallo were among the more promising performers, but United were said to have struggled to turn early moments into goals. The ratings piece underlined how the dismissal and Chelsea’s response swung the contest, adding pressure on United after another setback in the Premier League.