5 ways in which Solskjaer can get Manchester United back to winning ways

Manchester United v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League Round of 16: First Leg
Manchester United v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League Round of 16: First Leg

#3 Play Pressing Football

Leicester City v Manchester United - Premier League
Leicester City v Manchester United - Premier League

Even though United had the preferred midfield of Herrera, Pogba and Matic against Wolves, there was negligible pressing on the ground, especially in the first half. The Wolves midfield were afforded a lot of time and space on the ball and it cost United the game. Even the back four and the front three seemed withdrawn on the night and no one closed down the spaces. Solskjaer must have noticed this and it would have definitely annoyed him.

As such, the Norwegian must enforce the same discipline in his team once again. Pressing is a big part of modern football tactics. Every champion team presses their opponents and maintains the momentum throughout the game. Solskjaer had implemented the same tactics since taking charge and it had helped United put together a great run of games.

When United press, they force the opposition either into making mistakes or into moving the ball into an area which helps the Red Devils. It helps them dictate the game and take control of the proceeding. Once Solskjaer's wards start pressing again, United will be back to winning ways.

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Edited by Sudeshna Banerjee
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