After Manchester United lost 2-0 arsenalmanager Reuben Amorim He admitted his side’s difficulties defending set pieces was a deciding factor in the game.
speaking BBC Match of the DayAmorim admitted the two corner routines that led to Arsenal’s goals “changed the game” after a relatively even first half.
“There weren’t many chances for either team until the set-piece, which ruined the game,” he said.
United defender Matthias de Ligt echoed his manager’s comments, suggesting his side performed well defensively apart from the goals conceded from set-pieces.
“The amount of chances we allowed in the defensive phase without set plays was (good),” he told MUTV.
Despite the disappointing result, Amorim remained positive about the overall performance, saying his players were “dedicated” and the momentum could have been shifted if De Ligt had scored a header but the Arsenal goalkeeper had made an excellent save. David Raya.
The defeat was Amorim’s fourth match in charge of Manchester United in all competitions since he took charge. De Ligt admitted the team was still adjusting to the new manager’s system, but expressed confidence they would improve in time.
“We are on a path to improve as a team and I think the coach has said that as well. “Maybe if we do it a certain way, we’re more likely to get results right now,” he said.
With Manchester United’s set-piece vulnerability exposed, Amorim and his players will be keen to address this issue as they look to recover from the defeat and continue to improve under new management.
