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5. Jack O'Connell 7
Usual solid display from the defender who also did his fair share offensively, too. One bit of defending in a dangerous situation against Murphy showed his class Photo: James Wilson
6. Enda Stevens 9
Just takes the man of the match award from McGoldrick with a superb display, even before his late goal. He was everywhere, even in the first half when United weren't at their best, and on this form is the best in the league in his position Photo: Simon Bellis
7. Oliver Norwood 7
Captained the Blades in Sharp's absence and was his usual commanding self with the ball, with everything going through him. Showed the other side of his game with a few commanding tackles too Photo: Simon Bellis
8. John Fleck 8
Summed up his approach to the game with a brilliant challenge to win back the ball in the move that led to Stevens' second. A delight to watch when in full flow Photo: Simon Bellis