The promise of the first half dissolved into a nightmare at Old Trafford as Manchester United were blown apart in a counterattacking masterclass by Tottenham.

United had their moments before the break, with Romelu Lukaku missing a gaping net, but their defence was obliterated through the air and on the ground in the second half against Spurs.

Below are United’s ratings – and it makes grim reading for Red Devils fans.

MANCHESTER UNITED (4-3-2-1)

David De Gea – Faultless for goals, but awkward parry from a Kane shot nearly opened the door for Moura. Should he command defence more? 6

Antonio Valencia – Gave United buckets more energy on right over Darmian. Went walkabouts for great Alli chance, though. 6

Chris Smalling – Started well, including last-ditch tackle on Dele, until he was caught 10 yards up field for second goal. Burned by Moura for third. 4

Phil Jones – Could have given way penalty with a marginal call on Moura. Lost physical battle to Kane – and for Spurs’ opener. 3

Luke Shaw – Can’t be picked on by Mourinho at the moment. Some lung-busting runs down the left and neat touches. 7

Ander Herrera – Centre-back off the ball and everywhere when United were on it. Great tackle on Alli, but soft on Moura goal. 6

Nemanja Matic – Looked rusty on return to side. Was pinched possession from in first half – and luckily it didn’t lead to goal. 5

Fred – Showed a few more glimpses of what he could become for United with effervescent display. Had a couple of decent efforts. 7

Paul Pogba – When his team needed him after the two-goal sucker-punch, didn’t rise up. Where’s the World Cup winner? 4

Jesse Lingard – Played a key role in United’s urgent vibrancy, but as ever, doubts he has world-class guile as a No10. 6

Romelu Lukaku – Four shots and no goal, including the net at his mercy after rounding Lloris. This version of United needs a clinical striker. 4

SUBSTITUTES

Alexis Sanchez (for Herrera, 55′) – So much effort but such little payoff. Carries impression of man trying to do too much. 5

Victor Lindelof (for Jones, 58′) – Mind melt of a back pass and then all at sea marking Kane on corner, who should have scored. 3

Marouane Fellaini (for Matic, 61′) – Thrown on to make something happen. Aside from winning a few headers, didn’t. 5