Viktoria Plzen manager Miroslav Koubek revealed his tactical directive for his players to target Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana during their Europa League clash.
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The Red Devils managed a crucial 2-1 victory, driven by a second-half brace from Rasmus Hojlund, but the match highlighted recurring issues for Onana.
An error by the Cameroonian shot-stopper handed the Czech side a lead early in the second half, continuing a string of mistakes that have drawn criticism.
Onana’s Challenging Season
Andre Onana, who joined United 18 months ago to replace David de Gea, initially faced difficulty adapting to the role.
Despite showcasing commanding performances earlier this season, recent games have seen lapses in his form. Onana’s hesitancy during aerial duels and misplaced passes have cost United in matches against Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, and now Viktoria Plzen.
Koubek’s side capitalized on this vulnerability, with the coach openly admitting he encouraged frequent shots on goal to exploit the keeper’s inconsistency.
Hojlund’s Impact and Amorim’s System
Despite Onana’s errors, Rasmus Hojlund’s impressive two-goal display off the bench secured the win for Manchester United. Speaking post-match, the Danish striker highlighted the team’s adjustment to manager Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system.
Hojlund emphasized the need for patience as players refine their understanding of the new formation, pointing to limited training opportunities.
His Europa League tally now stands at five goals in six appearances, offering hope for United’s European campaign under Amorim.
