EPL 2016/17: Stoke City 1-1 Manchester United - 5 Talking Points

Wayne Rooney
Rooney broke United’s all-time highest goal scoring record

#3 Mark Hughes spot on with his tactics in second half

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Mark Hughes
Hughes got bodies behind the ball and made it difficult for United to find space behind them
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The former United player, who now manages Stoke, knew very well that it would be hard to contain a United side with the likes of Ibrahimovic, Mkhitaryan and Pogba in their ranks. He made sure that the midfield is crowded to deny United a clear chance on goal.

Hughes got bodies behind the ball and made it difficult for United to find space behind them. Because of this Mourinho was forced to make substitutions early on in the second half, which brings us to our next talking point...

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