PLAYER RATINGS: Hojlund was the hero & Mainoo made a case for an England call-up

Manchester United rode out a defiant performance from Luton Town to claim a 2-1 win at Kenilworth Road.

Rasmus Hojlund was the hero, striking twice within the first seven minutes to give United a comfortable lead.

However, Carlton Morris pulled one back for the hosts after 14 minutes and Luton went on to pepper Andre Onana's goal with 22 shots, with Ross Barkley hitting the bar with a header in the dying moments.

Hojlund and Kobbie Mainoo were the standout performers for Erik ten Hag's side but it was a far from convincing outing overall.

Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire, and Casemiro all looked off the pace as United squirmed to a fourth straight win to bolster their Champions League hopes.

Here are Mail Sport's player ratings.

ANDRE ONANA - 6

Been much improved since the turn of the year and that is why he will be annoyed with how tentative he was for Carlton Morris’ goal. Perhaps fortunate to avoid a booking with how long he took over his goal-kicks in the second half.

LUKE SHAW - 5

Was run ragged by Chiedozie Ogbene and won’t want to see the goal back when Carlton Morris spun off him to head in. Looked to pick up a new injury and he was taken off before half-time. Booked.

HARRY MAGUIRE - 5.5

Been one of United’s best players in recent weeks but this isn’t a display he can add to the collection. Hooked by Ten Hag at half-time after being booked for taking down Morris on edge of box at the end of the first half.

RAPHAEL VARANE - 6.5

Made a crucial block after 31 mins to deny Luton from levelling at 2-2, bailing out Maguire in the process after his mistake, and provided another reminder that United would be wise to extend his contract beyond the end of the season.

DIOGO DALOT - 6

Took plenty of headlines for his assist at Villa Park and why