5 tactical changes that can help Alexis Sanchez shine for Manchester United

#2 Run through the channels

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One of the main reasons why the trio of Martial, Lingard and Rashford have been so successful is because they continuously run through the channels. This gives the midfield as well as the other forwards an option to spray those passes or conjure up that final ball. This has been the highlight of the team so far, however, in their absence, United have lacked the personnel to have the same influence in the team.

This is where the Chilean could prove vital to Solskjaer. Sanchez has been excellent in the final third in his career, however, of late, he has not been making as many runs through the channels as is expected of him. With the creative force of Pogba behind him, and the passing abilities of Herrera and Matic, the Chilean should have been far more effective for United and this is where he must improve.

Sanchez needs to make himself available in dangerous positions and also needs to stretch the opposition constantly when he is on the field.

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