95% passing, 100% crossing, and 6/7 victories in duels: this United player is a perfect fit for Amorim’s approach

In what was Ruben Amorim’s first home game, Manchester United defeated Bodo/Glimt 3-2 at Old Trafford on Thursday in an exciting Europa League match.

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Alejandro Garnacho gave the home team another early lead, this time just 50 seconds, before the visitors stunned the United supporters by scoring twice in four minutes.

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However, the front three persisted, and Rasmus Hojlund ultimately scored a beautiful brace to give the Red Devils their first back-to-back victories in the tournament this season.

Although Hojlund, Garnacho, and Mason Mount worked well together as an attacking three, the Portuguese coach will not be happy with his wingbacks.

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Mazraoui was incredibly bright.Noussair Mazraoui put on another outstanding display against the Norwegian team, barely making a mistake despite giving up twice during the game.

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Erik ten Hag’s acquisitions haven’t been particularly successful, but for under €15 million, the former Bayern Munich player appears to be a great deal. Additionally, he appeared to be the ideal candidate for whatever Amorim is attempting to construct.The 27-year-old appears to be able to play wherever on the field and is incredibly bright. In addition to having unparalleled skill with the ball, he knew just when to press and when to stay back.

He had an incredible 139 touches of the ball and finished the game with a passing accuracy of 95 percent, making 114 of his 120 attempts.

Up to 21 passes were made before the final third, and one of them found the Dane inside the box, who scored expertly to provide the vital equalizer.

fits Amorim’s system perfectly.Mazraoui generated one significant opportunity and made three crucial passes. Three of his five long balls found a teammate, and his one crossing attempt found its mark.

He was as solid defensively, and even though Antony occasionally looked unsteady, the Morocco international provided him with plenty of cover and put out the threat whenever it presented itself.

The right-sided center-back finished five tackles, made three clearances, and made one interception. Additionally, he won six of the seven ground duels he tried (all stats via sofascore).

Amorim couldn’t have asked for more from Mazraoui, and since Leny Yoro hasn’t fully recovered, he will probably be playing this position for a little longer.