#914 | Ed, Dharnish and Daniel discuss the tactics that led to United's disappointing performance in the derby on Sunday. This analysis covers the ongoing debate about Amorim’s formation, player roles, and the manager's stubborn adherence to his  philosophy. The convo offers a critique of United's lack of pressing, poor midfield setup, and misuse of players like Bruno Fernandes. There’s an inevitable debate about  the manager’s future, and what changes, if any, might improve the team's form.

00:00 Introduction
01:36 Analysing United's Performance
02:53 City's Tactical Dominance
04:15 United's Flaws
06:02 Player Performance and System Critique
13:02 Managerial Decisions and Future Outlook
19:10 The Margins of Error
19:26 Player Quality and Trust Issues
20:51 Systemic Problems and Individual Errors
22:05 Managerial Stubbornness and Patience
24:14 Player Roles and Tactical Adjustments
30:56 Upcoming Matches and Managerial Future
31:58 Striker Dilemma and Squad Depth
32:57 Final Thoughts and Predictions

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