Manchester United 0-2 PSG: 5 Areas where Solskjaer lost the battle

#2 Losing the tempo of the game

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

Part of Solskjaer's brilliant start as the Manchester United manager had been down to the high tempo pressing game that he championed in a short time at United. The Norwegian had his boys playing in the model of the United teams of old. Under his able guidance, United dictated the tempo of every game. They beat the opposition with the speed of their front men and slowed down the proceedings when the opponent tried to break into the game.

United played a high pressing game that gave the opposition very little time on the ball and against PSG, Solskjaer team started on the same note. Sadly, they could not sustain the tempo for too long. While the actual reason for that was not clear, there could have been a lot of factors involved. As a result, PSG found their footing in the game and used the knowledge of their experienced players to see the game through.

By losing control of the tempo of the game, Solskjaer ultimately ost the battle on the night.