Former Manchester United man Anthony Elanga scored the decisive goal early on here with a superb counter-attacking solo effort. Forest defended astutely, although United created chances with their width-focused approach in the second half. Ultimately though, United were not able to convert their chances to equalize. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Nottingham Forest […]
A hattrick from Bruno Fernandes takes the headlines, but United’s overall performance was also impressive here. Energetic pressing helped Amorim’s side gain the initiative. In possession United’s off-the-ball movement exploited width and depth to stretch the Sociedad defense and ultimately secure the victory they desperately needed. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Last week’s […]
Once the standard bearer of the Premier League, this was a tale of two fallen giants. The fervor of the fixture forever fires up the fanbases, but there is little on the line for these two teams on the home front. Following this final score, the malaise must go on for a few more months. […]
Two severely underperforming clubs met on Sunday evening as Tottenham Hotspur were able to narrowly beat a Manchester United side who were wasteful in front of goal. United’s defensive scheme caused them problems in the first half against Spurs’ fluid possession, while United also showed promise in attack against Spurs unconvincing defending. Tactical analysis and […]
The final phase of a footballing process involves glory and Mikel Arteta’s best bet was the only major trophy of his time in the dugout. However, he has hardly excelled in the FA Cup in the last four years and a painful pattern continued. As the strains of the schedule increase in the following days, […]
A hectic affair at Anfield in snowy conditions ended in a stalemate. Manchester United put a stop to their poor results on Liverpool’s turf after pulling apart the Reds from the left side. Alexander-Arnold lived a nightmare after delivering a subpar performance amid an uncertain future with the Reds. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf […]
An outstanding Newcastle in the first half stormed Old Trafford. They exposed all the weaknesses between Manchester United’s defensive line and midfield, with a double pivot of Christian Eriksen and Casemiro failing to step up in terms of coverage and matching the work rate of Bruno Guimarães, the playmaker, and Joelinton, who played with the […]
There is a new disruptor in the Premier League. Arsenal, Manchester City, and Spurs struggled to get the better of a small, southern outfit that are now basking in the big time. Bournemouth banked another day to remember and dare to dream about what they might achieve by May. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Ange Postecoglou was left relieved after his Spurs side edged out Ruben Amorim’s resurgent Manchester United at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in the Carabao Cup. Six goals in the second half after Spurs took a 1-0 lead in the first half made this game an entertaining affair, with plenty of goalmouth action. However, Postecoglou’s Spurs […]
Manchester City perhaps shaded the first half of this match, with Guardiola’s improvised possession setup giving them a degree of stability, and Joško Gvardiol’s header putting them in front. However, Manchester United showed their developing tactical cohesion under Ruben Amorim, and were able to take advantage of decisive moments late on with Amad Diallo playing […]