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cover of episode Dismal Christmas display as Bournemouth win at Old Trafford (again)

Dismal Christmas display as Bournemouth win at Old Trafford (again)

2024/12/22
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Talk of the Devils - A show about Manchester United

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主持人: 曼联在老特拉福德球场以0:3输给了伯恩茅斯,天气和比赛结果都很糟糕。比赛结果难以预测,既可能大胜也可能惨败。拉什福德的去留问题以及马奎尔的合同问题也需要解决。 Andy Mitten: 曼联的比赛结果像过去四个赛季一样糟糕,难以预测。人们都猜测拉什福德的去留,并试图从他这里得到证实。伯恩茅斯连续三次零封曼联,我对此负有部分责任,因为之前批评了伯恩茅斯的球场和周边设施。曼联存在一些不好的趋势,例如连续六场比赛先丢球,以及丢球太多,而且很多都是软弱的进球。曼联的预期进球数高于伯恩茅斯,但射门质量差,球员们射门总是偏离目标。曼联进球太少,在角球防守方面存在问题,高大的球员也无法有效阻止对方进球。曼联本赛季有42%的失球来自定位球,这反映出球队存在严重问题。阿莫林是一位优秀的沟通者,但他需要带领球队取得胜利。球队目前在积分榜上的位置令人担忧,这让人想起1989年球队在积分榜下半区的糟糕表现。曼联本月已经输掉了四场比赛,如果再输一场,将创下队史纪录。阿莫林需要在短期内带领球队取得胜利。 Mark Critchley: 伯恩茅斯表现出色,而曼联则没有适应这种对抗方式。阿森纳、诺丁汉森林和伯恩茅斯是英超联赛中定位球进球最多的三支球队,曼联最近几周都与他们交手。曼联在定位球防守方面存在问题,需要改进。虽然曼联在落后情况下展现出斗志,但这不能持续下去。曼联本赛季迄今为止在英超联赛中已经丢了17个定位球,这是他们单一年份丢的定位球进球数最多的一个赛季。阿莫林认为球场上的焦虑情绪从比赛一开始就存在,这可能与球迷对奥纳纳的批评有关。尽管曼联输球,但一些球迷仍然对阿莫林抱有希望。阿莫林仍然得到很多球迷的支持,但他需要带领球队取得胜利。阿莫林需要带领球队取得胜利,否则他的执教将面临挑战。曼联队内球员深度不足,阿莫林的轮换策略可能面临挑战。 Charlotte Harper: 曼联输给伯恩茅斯的结果令人担忧。尽管阿莫林试图从积极方面解读比赛,但比赛结果是无法改变的。曼联的比赛缺乏活力和激情。曼联球员在比赛开始阶段就表现出焦虑情绪,这令人担忧。阿莫林是一位自信且果断的教练,但他需要带领球队取得更好的成绩。曼联女足虽然在积分榜上排名靠前,但球队发展战略不明确。曼联女足的未来发展规划不明确,短期内难以挑战联赛冠军。 Laurie Whitwell: 阿莫林正在尝试不同的方法来帮助拉什福德提升状态,这需要时间。拉什福德需要先重返球队,才能获得转会的机会。阿莫林和滕哈格处理拉什福德的方式不同。阿莫林将拉什福德排除在阵容之外,向其他球员传递了明确的信号。球迷情绪会随着球员表现而迅速变化。拉什福德可能已经感到疲惫,需要新的视角。马奎尔合同中包含续约一年条款,但他也可以在1月份与其他俱乐部谈判。马奎尔可能会有其他选择,包括来自国外的俱乐部。马奎尔可能想留在曼联,双方可能会达成协议。季后赛巡回赛可能会给球员带来额外的压力,但也能为俱乐部带来收入。

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Key Insights

Why did Bournemouth beat Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford?

Bournemouth executed a well-drilled, aggressive game plan that pressured United high up the pitch, exposing their vulnerabilities. United, still in the early stages of Ruben Amorim's tenure, struggled to adapt to Bournemouth's style, which is exactly what Amorim wants his team to become but hasn't yet achieved.

What are the key trends Manchester United are facing under Ruben Amorim?

United have gone 1-0 down in six consecutive games, conceded 17 goals in nine games under Amorim, and have the worst record in the Premier League for conceding from set pieces. These trends highlight defensive fragility and a lack of consistency.

Why is Marcus Rashford not in the Manchester United squad?

Ruben Amorim has excluded Rashford as part of a broader decision to challenge him to improve his commitment and performance. Amorim wants to see a higher level of application from Rashford before reintegrating him into the squad.

What is the future of Harry Maguire at Manchester United?

Maguire's contract includes an option for an extra year, but United have not yet triggered it. If they don't, he could negotiate with foreign clubs in January for a free transfer in the summer. Napoli is reportedly interested, and Maguire has expressed a desire to stay, but the situation remains unresolved.

What are the implications of Manchester United's post-season tour to Malaysia?

The tour is expected to raise around $10 million, which is crucial for financial calculations. However, it adds to the players' workload after a long season, potentially affecting their rest and pre-season preparations. The club may face criticism for prioritizing revenue over player welfare.

What are the upcoming challenges for Manchester United in December and January?

United face Wolves on Boxing Day and Newcastle on December 30th. Both matches are challenging, with Wolves showing improvement under a new manager and Newcastle performing well. United also face Liverpool, Arsenal in the FA Cup, and other tough fixtures, making it a critical period for their season.

What is Ruben Amorim's stance on the current state of Manchester United?

Amorim acknowledges the team's struggles but remains confident in his approach. He emphasizes the need for time to implement his vision and has communicated well with the fans, despite the team's poor results in his first nine games.

What are the main issues with Manchester United's defense?

United have conceded 17 goals in nine games under Amorim, with 42% of those coming from set pieces. The defense is prone to individual errors and lacks the solidity needed to withstand well-drilled attacking teams like Bournemouth.

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This chapter analyzes Manchester United's disappointing 3-0 loss to Bournemouth, highlighting the team's lackluster performance, poor defensive strategies, and the concerning trends that have emerged under the new manager, including conceding early goals and struggling with set pieces. Despite the negative aspects, there is still some hope and goodwill towards the manager.
  • Manchester United lost 3-0 to Bournemouth at Old Trafford.
  • Conceded early goals, poor set-piece defense, and soft goals.
  • Manager Ruben Amorim's honeymoon period is over.
  • Fans' anxiety was palpable from the start of the game.

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The stats don't make for pretty reading after Bournemouth won 3-0 at Old Trafford, just as they did on their previous visit. In fact, United are setting all the wrong trends with Ruben Amorim's honeymoon period, if he ever had one, well and truly over.

The Marcus Rashford situation might not be exactly what fans are making of it, but after he was left out of the squad for a third time, it looks like it may take a little while longer before that's resolved.

And, with January on the horizon, Harry Maguire's contract will need addressing or he might leave on a free transfer in the summer. If he does stay on he will probably have to delay any holiday plans, with a tour to Asia mooted.

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