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Why Man Utd's problem is not the system, it's the personnel

Why Man Utd's problem is not the system, it's the personnel

Summary

Manchester United's recent problems on the field are not primarily due to the team's system but are related to players being in the wrong positions. Although the team has improved its tactical setup, mistakes by individual players have cost them points, as seen in their recent loss to Manchester City.

Key Facts

  • Manchester United recently lost a match 3-0 against Manchester City.
  • The team's setup is a 3-4-2-1 formation under coach Ruben Amorim.
  • The formation has improved the team's defensive shape and compactness.
  • Mistakes leading to goals are due to players being in the wrong positions.
  • Bruno Fernandes, typically a number 10, played in a deeper midfield role, contributing to defensive errors.
  • Fernandes's failure to track opponents has led to conceded goals this season.
  • The tactical setup helps reduce gaps between defense and midfield.
  • City did not dominate United by breaking through their formation; mistakes led to their goals.

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