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Amorim Faces Tactical Dilemma at Manchester United

Roland Bayode by Roland Bayode
November 26, 2024
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Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is facing a big tactical choice as he tries to implement his preferred 3-4-3 formation at his new team. The Portuguese manager has been experimenting with the system, which brought him success at Sporting CP, but it remains to be seen whether it will work at Old Trafford.
Amorim’s tactics were put to the test in Sunday’s draw with Ipswich Town, and while the team showed flashes of brilliance, they struggled to maintain consistency throughout the 90 minutes. An early goal had hinted at the potential of Amorim’s system, but the team’s performance ultimately fell short of expectations.


Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has questioned Amorim’s decision to stick with the 3-4-3 formation, suggesting that it may not be suitable for the Premier League. Murphy said, “I’d be amazed if they were still playing a 3-4-3 in a year’s time. This league’s very, very different from continental leagues.”
Murphy pointed out that Chelsea’s success with the 3-4-3 formation in the past was largely due to the presence of top-class players like N’Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic. He said, “They don’t have those players yet and how do you find them? It costs hundreds of millions to get the best players in the world.”


However, Manchester Evening News readers believe that it’s too early to write off Amorim’s tactics. Commenter Noronny said, “It’s way too early to shelve the system. The players need time. But it was obvious on Sunday the team was second best. Ipswich had acres of space in midfield.”
Noronny suggested that Amorim needs to make some tough decisions, including selling some of the team’s underperforming players. He said, “Casemiro must go. His legs are gone. Bruno must go. Sell him to fund a player better suited for the system.”


Amorim’s tactics have been the subject of much debate, with some fans calling for him to adopt a more pragmatic approach. However, the manager remains committed to his vision, and it’s likely that he will continue to experiment with the 3-4-3 formation in the coming weeks.
As Amorim navigates the challenges of implementing his tactics at Manchester United, he will be aware that the Premier League is a highly competitive and unforgiving environment. The manager will need to be flexible and adaptable if he is to succeed in his new role.


The pressure is on Amorim to deliver results, and the manager will be aware that his tactics will be scrutinized closely by fans and pundits alike. However, with the support of the club’s hierarchy and the fans, Amorim is confident that he can make his tactics work at Manchester United.
As the debate over Amorim’s tactics continues, one thing is clear: the manager is committed to his vision, and he will stop at nothing to make it a success. Whether or not his tactics will ultimately prove successful remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the coming weeks and months will be fascinating to watch.
The success or failure of Amorim’s tactics will have a significant impact on Manchester United’s season, and the manager will be aware that the pressure is on him to deliver results.

Roland Bayode

Roland Bayode

Roland Bayode is a Nigerian journalist with expertise in investigative reporting and editorial leadership. A graduate of Mass Communication, he served as Editor-in-Chief of Echo Media at Adekunle Ajasin University and was the top intern at Premium Times Center for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ) at Owena Press, The Hope Newspaper in Akure. Roland has contributed to News Round the Clock, PTCIJ Google-YIAGA LightRay Media, Apex Sport (U.S.), and served as Associate Editor for Nigeria Grassroot News under AFYMP.

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