Ruben Amorim faces growing pressure as Manchester United head to Anfield for a crucial Premier League clash with Liverpool.
With United struggling under Amorim’s leadership, the coach has been advised by Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher to tweak his tactics to better handle the challenge posed by their fierce rivals.
Tactical Change for United
Despite his team’s struggles, Carragher believes that Amorim should maintain his tactical philosophy but make a slight modification.
United have suffered multiple defeats under Amorim, but Carragher suggests that shifting to a three-central-midfield setup could be beneficial, particularly given the strength of Liverpool’s midfield.
This small adjustment, without abandoning the coach’s preferred 3-4-2-1 formation, could help shore up United’s defensive vulnerabilities while still adhering to Amorim’s core strategy.
Defensive Challenges and Midfield Woes
One of the major issues plaguing Manchester United has been their midfield, with both defensive and attacking problems unresolved since Erik ten Hag’s tenure.
Carragher highlights the need for a more compact midfield against high-quality opposition, with key players like Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte returning from suspension.
Amorim’s challenge is not only to improve United’s midfield but also to bolster the defense, a crucial area where his previous success at Sporting Lisbon did not fully prepare him for managing the pressures of the Premier League.
