Manchester United are back in action this weekend against Tottenham, and we’ve got another trio of pointers for the matchup. Here’s a look ahead at the rematch with United’s bogey team of the last year.
Defensive Shape
United gambled against Fulham, and it paid off. United will have to do the same all season to win games because that’s what this squad is suited for. The lack of pace in central midfield and defence isn’t going to go away, so pushing players forward will lead to gaps in midfield.
He added an extra centre-back after Benjamin Sesko’s winner in the last game; little tweaks like this will be necessary all season. This could mean dropping an extra body in central midfield out of possession when the team has a lead or marking the opposition’s playmaker more tightly.
Dominic Solanke
Solanke has caused the United backline trouble since his reemergence at Bournemouth. He looked the real deal last week and at Manchester City, and will most certainly look to go on a run now. How United deal with him will go a long way to determining the result.
Bogey Team
Spurs have had the better of United in recent seasons, and the United players will be well aware of that. Michael Carrick has brought back some calmness to the side, which is just what they’ll need this weekend. United are always under pressure, but Spurs are a bit fragile at the moment. United have to remember that going into this game.