Manchester United were pegged back for the third game in succession during their 1-1 draw with Southampton at Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime.
Since returning from the international break, the Old Trafford giants have surrendered leads against Middlesbrough in the FA Cup - then rock-bottom Burnley and Southampton in the Premier League.
However, either side of that frustrating 90 minutes against the Saints, there were some encouraging displays from those currently away from the club on loan.
Manchester Evening News takes a closer look at the seven United players who were in action elsewhere; Amad (Rangers): Sealing a temporary move to Ibrox last month, Amad needed four minutes to introduce himself to the Rangers fans with a debut goal against Ross County.
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