Manchester United secured their first win under Ruben Amorim against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League, showcasing tactical flexibility and team cohesion.
Manchester United claimed their first win under Ruben Amorim as they rode out a tricky period to beat Bodo/Glimt and move up the Europa League standings.
While United again used a back three and wing-backs high up the pitch when building up play, they switched to a back four every time Bodo/Glimt restarted the game. In the first half that involved Noussair Mazraoui at right-back, Tyrell Malacia at left-back and Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez in the middle.
The fact that United were able to switch between systems when in and out of possession showed the level of information Amorim and his staff have already imparted to those players. That cohesion can only improve in the weeks ahead.United were holding an inquest at the back as Philip Zinckernagel ran to the corner of the Stretford End to celebrate giving Bodo/Glimt a stunning lead at Old Trafford.
If he had remained next to De Ligt, he would have been in a better position to help out Malacia, who couldn't keep up with Zinckernagel.This was the start of what could be a memorable few days in the history of Bodo/Glimt, who became the first Norwegian side to play against United in a competitive game and could win the league on the final day of the season this Sunday.
Their presence aided the atmosphere inside Old Trafford, with the home fans once again in outstanding voice. It's just a shame about those ticket price rises that have dominated the agenda and damaged the goodwill this week.United are making a habit of fast starts under Amorim and although he is a bundle of intense energy on the touchline, his demeanour when his team score is more low-key.
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