Ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League table before the city derby. Still, there are no cheers for Ruben Amorim after three Premier League games. Four points from three games gives no optimism, the start of the season is seen in the context of the miserable results the United manager delivered in the world’s toughest league. Now it is waiting for the next loss. This was the perspective of the pessimists. The optimists among United supporters also have something to lean on.
If we ignore the Grimsby Town game and concentrate on what really matters this season, the Premier League, it’s not that dark at all.
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Because the underlying numbers are positive, reports the Manchester Evening News:
“United could and should have run away from Burnley after a dominant first half (ended 3-2), while they abused chances against both Fulham and Arsenal. If the table were ranked by expected goals, United would be on top with 6.78, while also taking more shots than any other team in the Premier League and having more touches in the opponent’s box with 42 and 99 respectively,” the local newspaper begins.
“This suggests that United are attacking with determination and determination, but failing to convert chances. Amorim hopes Cunha’s injury is not too serious, while he believes Mbeumo can build on his goal against Burnley, and that Benjamin Sesko can find his footing after his arrival.
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In other words, not as dark as the critics make it out to be.
