Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim revealed that Kobbie Mainoo's new attacking midfield role was a response to his defensive struggles. Mainoo's performance was praised after scoring and assisting in a 2-0 win against FCSB, securing United's spot in the Europa League knockout stage.
Ruben Amorin experimented with his lineup on Thursday Ruben Amorim revealed that Kobbie Mainoo’s defensive struggles prompted his more advanced role in Manchester United’s Europa League win over FCSB. United made if four wins in four under Amorim in Europe as they cruised to a 2-0 win against their Romanian opposition to secure a top-eight finish and book their spot in the last 16.
We need time to work with the players to understand what the best position is for them.’ Amorim said Mainoo’s defensive struggles prompted the tactical switch Asked more generally about his side’s performance, the Portuguese manager added: ‘We controlled very well the game. We had more possession. ‘Of course we have to understand the opponent is not with all due respect the same level as the Premier League so we had more time to think and connect the plays. ‘The lads did a good job.
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