Manchester United's Recent Struggles

With only two Premier League wins since April, Manchester United's season appears to be in disarray. However, a deeper dive into the statistics reveals a more nuanced picture. While the results have been disappointing, the underlying numbers suggest that the team has been performing better than the scorelines indicate.

Key Statistics

• Shots Taken: United have taken the most shots in the Premier League over the last 10 games.
• Chances Created: Only Manchester City have faced fewer shots during the same period.
• Expected Goals (xG): Despite creating numerous chances, United have underperformed in converting them into goals.

The Problem Areas

The primary issues have been in both boxes. United's players have scored seven fewer goals than expected based on the quality of chances created. Additionally, they have conceded four more goals than expected. This inefficiency has been a significant factor in their poor results.

Amorim's Tactical Influence

Since Ruben Amorim took charge, United have taken the lowest-quality shots and conceded the highest-quality shots. This tactical approach has added to the difficulty, although the expected goals numbers already account for this. The team needs to improve both the quality of their shots and their ability to convert chances.

Long-Term Outlook

Football is a simple game in the long run: teams that create more high-quality chances and concede fewer poor ones tend to succeed. While United need to be more clinical, the recent stats suggest that they are on the right path under Amorim.

Conclusion

Although the results have not been favorable, the underlying statistics indicate that Manchester United have been improving under Ruben Amorim. With better execution in both boxes, the team could see a significant turnaround in their fortunes.