Manchester United manifested their energy facing Southampton in 4 rounds of the Premier League. The match began on 14-september 2024 that had an impact on football enthusiasts emotionally. Winning 3-0, MU comes back on the race to Premier League, to have more information about this match, let’s follow Bongdalu to analyze between two team.

The memorial moment and match progress

Manchester convinced the audience by winning 3-0 over Southampton. Under stress to get back the point after losing 2 matches, MU comes back with high determination, and control over the match.

In 30 minutes, the home team had a penalty strike after Diogo Dalot faulted Tyler in the Penalty Area. However, Cameron was not able to beat up goalkeeper Andre, missing the opportunity to make a goal. Afterwards, MU quickly took psychological advantage when Matthijs headed over the goal in the 35th minute from a corner kick by Bruno. In the 41th minute, Marcus dobbled the gap with a beautiful curling shot, giving the “ Red Devils” a 2-0 in the first half. 

In the second half, Manchester United continuously controlled and managed the match, they performed the strategy of defending and attacking. Southampton had difficulty to find a way to attack against MU, especially when middle field Jack Stephens, punished by red card in 79th minute, faulted over Alejandro. In extra time, Garnacho utilized the attacking moment to make a goal, finishing the match with 3-0.

Strategy of coach Ten Hag

According to Bongdalu Hot News, Coach Erik Ten Hag was well-prepared for this match. MU was a strong squad, and with reasonable tactics, MU represented themselves as a flexible playing style, from controlling the ball to quickly attacking the opponent. Ten Han’s plan was correct, it showed that he understands the weakness of the opponent to take the advantage on it. 

Ten Hag's using De Ligt as an attacker from the defensive line demonstrated the creativity of Ten Hag’s strategy. Aside from that, the great combination between Rashford and Garnacho continuously created dangerous moments in front of the Southampton goalkeeper. 

The coach also changed his strategy in the second half, when he let Manuel Ugarte and Alenjandro Garnacho enter in order to maintain the strength for his teammates. After that Garnacho also made a goal, it is manifested Erik Hen Tag sensitively in every moment of the match. 

The emotion of MU fans and the future of MU

Winning over Southampton helps fans get back their faith in MU after a long journey of disappointment. Losing twice before Brighton and Liverpool, people were skeptical about the ability of Erik Ten Hag and the performance of the team. However, the match with Southampton, MU’s Fans feeling more secure when seeing MU improvement in attacking and defending. 

The great goalkeeper Onana in saving a penalty and strikes of De Ligt, Rashford and garnacho excited fans. This is a sign saying that Red Devil is still very competitive in the Premier League bringin optimism to fans.

This victory does not only release their stress but it is also a sign of an optimal future for MU. Improvement in playing style, MU competitively ranks higher on the topboard. However, this team must maintain consistency in other next matches.

The challenges are still waiting for MU when they need to face a stronger team, thus MU needs to improve further about their skills, strategies, and tactics. Although winning over Southampton brings hope, the future of MU depends on coach Ten Hag.

Conclusion

3-0 over Southampton does not only help MU to release their shoulder but also brings hope for the future to come. MU is with the brilliant players together with reasonable strategy from Hen Tag that will make a bright shiny future for MU. 

source: https://bongdalu2.co/mu-vui-dap-southampton-tro-lai-cuoc-dua-ngoai-hang-anh