A Luke Shaw own goal in the first half helped Barcelona edge past Manchester United in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie. Both sides were far from their best in what was a cagey first leg, but it was Barcelona who seized the initiative and got the crucial away goal in the 12th minute when Luis Suarez’ header was deflected into the net off Luke Shaw’s shoulder. When the goal went in, it looked like Barcelona would roll over United, but the Catalans lost their steam quickly after scoring. Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s side grew into the game as it went on, but will have only themselves to blame as they failed to make the most of their chances. United had zero shots on target throughout the 90 minutes, which means that they have it all to do in the second leg if they are to make it to the Champions League semi finals. But their miraculous comeback against PSG in the last round will give them plenty of encouragement ahead of their trip to the Camp Nou next week. Here are the player ratings for the Manchester United players from their 1-0 defeat to Barcelona at Old Trafford. David De Gea (7/10) He did not stand a chance with the goal, but De Gea made an important save with his left foot to deny Philippe Coutinho in the 35th minute. The Spaniard did not have much to do in the second half as Barcelona were content with their one goal lead, but he showed great awareness to keep out Jordi Alba’s strike from a tight angle.<doc-sep>Barcelona player ratings: Lionel Messi took a battering against Manchester United at Old Trafford HERE for the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign upfor the latest MUFC breaking news and transfer updates When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. The Spanish side have a slender advantage over United after a 1-0 win thanks to an early own-goal from Luke Shaw. Lionel Messi was instrumental in the opener, clipping a cross to the back post where Luis Suarez arrived to head across the danger area and in off the recovering defender. Philippe Coutinho was denied by a smart save from David de Gea while Messi took a whack off Chris Smalling, drawing blood from the Barcelona talisman. United came back into the match in the second half but failed to draw a meaningful save from Marc-Andre ter Stegen and have it all to do at the Nou Camp next week. Express Sport has rated how the Barcelona players performed during their clash with Manchester United, but do you agree? Barcelona player ratings vs Manchester United – Champions League GK: Marc-Andre ter Stegen – 6 Quick off his line and good with his feet, although one poor punch should have been punished by Marcus Rashford. RB: Nelson Semedo – 8 In the side to deal with Rashford’s pace and looked to have the measure of the United forward when in one-on-one situations. Did his best to get forward and support the attack and wasn’t troubled by Diogo Dalot. Barcelona player ratings: Nelson Semedo had a superb evening against United CB: Clement Lenglet – 5 Seemed uncomfortable with the ball at his feet and caught in possession when the home side pressed. CB: Gerard Pique – 6 Showed a clean pair of heels to shackle both Rashford and Romelu Lukaku on separate occasions and did well when isolated in the channels. Dominant in the air and made a great late covering challenge. LB: Jordi Alba – 7 A regular out-ball for Barca, providing plenty of width and causing problems for Ashley Young. Got through plenty of defensive work at the other end. Barcelona player ratings: Jordi Alba was a ready outlet for the La Liga side CM: Sergio Busquets – 5 An inconsistent performance from the Spaniard, who looked out-of-sorts as he was caught dithering time and again. Went in the book early for a foul on Scott McTominay and was lucky not to receive his marching orders after a handball. CM: Ivan Rakitic – 6 An understated display, with Rakitic helping keep the Barca attacking probing away. Coped better than his midfield counterparts with the press and kept Paul Pogba quiet for much of the night. CM: Arthur – 5 Showed glimpses of his quality but was exposed at times after the break as the game broke up. Barcelona player ratings: Arthur helped Ernesto Valverde's outfit dominate in midfield RAM: Lionel Messi – 7 Provided a delightful assist with a measured chip to the back post for Suarez, although his initial touch had let him down. Made a couple of trademark bursts forward but got a hefty whack from Chris Smalling that drew blood and was subdued and irritable afterwards. LAM: Philippe Coutinho – 7 Started brilliantly, giving Young and Lindelof a tough time down the left before following in Suarez’s knock-down to make sure of the opener. With Messi struggling, a lot of the creative onus fell on the Brazilian and he always looked a threat. ST: Luis Suarez – 7 Bustled around up top and showed intelligent movement, highlighted by his role in the opener. Clever header forced the goal and never let United’s defensive trio settle, although a poor finish let him down when played through by Semedo. Barcelona player ratings: Do you agree with our ratings for Ernesto Valverde's side?<doc-sep>Manchester United 4-3-3 David de Gea Helpless for Barça’s opener and later made an impressive save from a Coutinho piledriver. 7 Ashley Young Chopped down Coutinho and wasted one break by overhitting a pass to Rashford. 6 ▶ Chris Smalling Often found himself marking Luis Suárez who is always a nightmare to corral. A physical presence. 7 Victor Lindelöf Coutinho bought one easy foul off him but he was willing to launch attacks by stepping forward. 6 Luke Shaw Struggled when Messi ran at him. Suárez’s header went in off him when he might have done better. 6 Fred One awful free-kick at the Barça wall but improved after the break, with one fine ball to Rashford. 6 Scott McTominay Was one of United’s better performers, showing energy, initiative and good distribution. 7 Paul Pogba Split the visitors open with a pass into Rashford and carried a positive intent with the ball. 7 Diogo Dalot Was better when racing forward than when Barça came at him. Missed a chance but is maturing. 6 Romelu Lukaku Surprise selection ahead of Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial – but often wasted possession. 4 Marcus Rashford Was brighter than his strike partner, but missed a golden chance in the second half. 7 Subs Anthony Martial (for Lukaku 68) 7; Andreas Pereira (for Rashford 85) 6; Jesse Lingard (for Dalot 74) 6 01:09 Solskjær: PSG result gives Manchester United hope after home loss to Barça – video Barcelona 4-3-3 Marc-André ter Stegen Did not have a save to make in the first half despite sustained United pressure. Distribution could be faulty 6 Nélson Semedo Harried by Rashford and Dalot when Solskjær’s men squeezed around the Barcelona area. 6 Gerard Piqué Visiting his former club, was shaky under the high ball but kept pace with Rashford when needed. 6 Clément Lenglet Centre-back was hardly the surest of presences when defending against the busy Rashford. 7 Jordi Alba More than once was guilty of dismal play-acting that did not fool Young or McTominay. 4 Ivan Rakitic Had a quiet opening half though one smooth acceleration into United’s territory showed his class. 6 Sergio Busquets Dropped McTominay for early free-kick, booked for pulling back Pogba. Niggling fouls continued. 4 Arthur Melo Brazilian had McTominay for company as part of a midfield which Messi joined at times. 6 ▶ Lionel Messi Dropped deep on occasion and had eyes in back of his head to find Suárez for the decisive goal. 8 Luis Suárez Floated across the front line and enjoyed his header – via Shaw – for winner, gesturing to the Stretford End. 7 Philippe Coutinho Apart from a first-half shot that drew a sharp De Gea save, he was anonymous before being replaced. 5 Subs Aleix Vidal (Coutinho 66) 5; Sergi Roberto (Arthur 66) 6; Carles Aleñá (Busquets 90) n/a<doc-sep>
Man Utd vs Barcelona: Pundits rate United's performance Barcelona will take a narrow lead back to Spain after earning a 1-0 win at Old Trafford thanks to Luke Shaw’s own-goal. The United defender was left helpless as Luis Suarez nodded Lionel Messi’s cross back across goal and couldn’t stop himself diverting the ball past David de Gea. The Red Devils stopper denied Philippe Coutinho with a good save but the home side failed to threaten at the other end and didn’t manage a shot on target. However, the makeshift midfield of Scott McTominay and Fred was a huge positive while Chris Smalling put in a resolute performance at the heart of United’s defence and more of the same will be needed atthe Nou Camp next week. Express Sport has rated how the Manchester United players performed during their clash with Barcelona, but do you agree? Manchester United player ratings vs Barcelona – Champions League GK: David de Gea – 7 Made a great stop from Coutinho with his foot but couldn’t do anything about the opener. RWB: Ashley Young – 6 Enjoyed sticking his boot in defensively but was wasteful again in attack, with his delivery often disappointing. RCB: Victor Lindelof – 6 Got away with one lapse in concentration but was diligent otherwise, making several key blocks and interceptions. Man Utd player ratings: Fred put in a superb performance against Barcelona Man Utd player ratings: Victor Lindelof played a key role in keeping Barcelona quiet CB: Chris Smalling – 8 An excellent display from the centre-back, who led by example and left his mark on both Messi and Suarez with some thumping challenges. LCB: Luke Shaw – 5 Unfortunate to turn home Suarez’s header and picked up a booking that will see him miss the return leg. However, the United ace stood up well defensively and helped shackle Messi. LWB: Diogo Dalot – 5 Missed a great headed chance in the first half and failed to really trouble Nelson Semedo. Man Utd player ratings: Diogo Dalot missed a great headed opportunity in the first half CM: Scott McTominay – 7 Went down very easily for one penalty appeal but got through plenty of work in front of the back four. Some nice touches under pressure although he was wasteful at times when carrying the ball forward. CM: Fred – 8 Really grew into the game and helped United gain a foothold, turning over possession and making a nuisance of himself in central midfield. CM: Paul Pogba – 6 Kept trying to haul his side forward although he was guilty of taking one too many touches on occasions. Man Utd player ratings: Paul Pogba had unfamiliar midfield partners at Old Trafford ST: Marcus Rashford – 7 Fired wide early on and failed to hit the target with a long-range free-kick, but his pace caused problems. ST: Romelu Lukaku – 6 A physical presence up against Gerard Pique and protected the ball well, but will have wanted to pose more of a goal threat. Man Utd player ratings: Do you agree with our ratings for the Red Devils? Man United: Solskjaer responds to loss against Barcelona