100% long ball accuracy, 98% pass rate: United loanee returns to form with stunning performance

Manchester United’s loanees had a busy Saturday afternoon of loan action across different leagues and countries.

Tyrell Malacia has had an up and down time so far in the Netherlands with PSV Eindhoven but he impressed in their 3-0 away win over Waalwijk.

He was given a rating of 7.4 on Sofascore and played the entire 90 minutes of action.

Malacia incredibly completed 62 out of his 63 passes for a 98% pass completion rate.

He also made six out of six of his long ball attempts.

The 25 year old won three ground duels in the match, three tackles and one clearance as he helped his side keep a clean sheet. They now move within five points of Ajax at the top of the Eredivisie.

Rhys Bennett did not have such an enjoyable afternoon but still had some impressive statistics for Fleetwood Town in their 0-3 defeat to Colchester United.

He played the full 90 minutes and made six clearances.

The 21 year old made one block and three interceptions as he did his best to protect his goal.

He also made two tackles and won two out of five ground duels.

The youngster was more successful in the air, winning four out of his five aerial battles.

The former Youth Cup winning captain was also solid on the ball, completing 83% of his passes.

Ethan Ennis came on for the final 26 minutes in Doncaster Rover’s 1-1 draw with Crewe Alexandra.

He had one shot on target and one shot blocked as he sought a winner for his team.

The 19 year old was inches away as his effort rattled off the post for what would have been a sensational contribution.

He also completed 100% of his passes in the game.

James Nolan also played 83 minutes for Inverness Caledonian Thistle as they lost 0-1 at home to Annan Athletic.

Finally, Ethan Williams came off the bench in the 90th minute in Cheltenham Town’s pulsating 3-3 draw with Swindon Town.

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