In the last Monday Night Football fixture of the Premier League in 2021, St. James Park hosted Newcastle United against the travelling party of Manchester United. Once again, United were left frustrated as they could rescue only a point against the 19th place opponents in the Premier League.
It seems Ralf Rangnick's 4-2-2-2 formation is not settling well with this United side who are still trying to rebuild their tempo in the league after the sacking of manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a month ago.
The Red Devils definitely look short of a proper Central Defensive Midfielder and in yesterday's game it was visible how they couldn't translate ball control into attack due to lack of creativity in the midfield. The 4-2-2-2 system is more direct approach oriented and United do not have the players at the moment to fit this system.
Talking about individuals, Marcus Rashord and Mason Greenwood were wasted in the Ralf Rangnick's system yesterday. The extremely high pressing game that United are trying to play under the new German caretaker manager is extremely risky when opposition hits back on the counter. Because the likes of Harry Maguire cannot keep up with the pace of the swift forwards, as was the case with Allan Saint-Maximin last evening..
Cristiano Ronaldo having set highest of standards for himself was seen cutting a frustrated figure as United were 1-0 down inside the first half. However the introduction of Edinson Cavani after a long injury layoff proved vital as he helped increase the attacking intensity alongside Ronaldo. The Uruguayan levelled the scores and helped United rescue a consolation point. David de Gea once again showed his class as the undisputable United No. 1 as he kept United in the game several times.
Manchester United stand seven points off the Top 4 with two games in hand. Their next fixture is a home game against Burnley on the 31st December.
Tienes razón Harry Maguire puede ser un problema en una presión alta, lo estuve comentando hace unos días atrás, además cuando el la tiene en ataque se queda mucho tiempo con la pelota y pone lento el juego. Falta muchísima creatividad en el medio del campo, eso lo necesita el United, pero bueno confió en este DT ya que tiene mucho conocimiento, así que esperar un poco.
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