Amorim unties Man Utd's biggest knot

Three consecutive victories brought Man Utd back to the top 4 of the Premier League and more importantly, Ruben Amorim finally found the solution to the problem that has given many coaches at Old Trafford a headache: running Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro together.

Man Utd find their backbone again

On Sunday morning, Red Devils fans looked up the table and saw their team in the Champions League group. They had just beaten Brighton 4-2, extending their three-game winning streak in the Premier League, and taking advantage of Liverpool’s stumble to create momentum.

Positive change does not come by luck. Amorim is shaping a Man Utd with a clear system, where key individuals are in the right positions and supported properly.

Bruno and Casemiro are the biggest proof. The Portuguese midfielder has more space to create, while Casemiro no longer has to “single-handedly” cover the midfield. Both play to their strengths and are more effective.

The key was Amorim’s simple but clever adjustment: using Luke Shaw as a left-sided centre-back who could step into midfield when needed. When building up the ball, Man Utd immediately switched to a 3-2-5: Shaw pushed forward to create a midfield three; Casemiro held the central line, reducing defensive pressure; Bruno freed up to join in the final touches.

Ruben Amorim gradually rebuilds MU.

The midfield is better protected, limiting the spaces that opponents have exploited throughout last season. Former midfielder Michael Carrick commented on Match of the Day: “You can’t ask two men to fight four in the middle. Amorim has made the attackers drop back and let Shaw get involved in closing down the spaces. United are building something solid.”

The upper line changes thinking

Unlike last season when strikers like Rashford or Antony provided little defensive support, Man Utd now have a more balanced structure. Matheus Cunha is strong in the competition and keeps the ball well. Mason Mount is disciplined and presses constantly. Bryan Mbeumo covers the flanks very effectively.

They move more to serve the system, not putting their ego above the team. When the front line sacrifices, Bruno and Casemiro can freely demonstrate their abilities. Amorim does not change the players, he changes the way they operate.

Casemiro plays an important role at MU at the moment.

Man Utd won consecutively and then… fell to rock bottom. So caution remains. The upcoming two trips to Nottingham Forest and Tottenham will test the mettle of this resurgent team.

Amorim understands that. He repeatedly emphasized that the team needs to be stable in each stage, not letting emotions overwhelm concentration. However, the difference this time is quite clear. Man Utd now does not rely on spontaneous moments, tactical deployments are systematic, the links coordinate more smoothly and closely. Bold in attacking tendencies, but practical in defensive organization - that is the image Man Utd is gradually taking shape.

The top 4 is not the final destination, but a “new starting line”. The team still needs to strengthen its squad and improve its squad depth if it wants to compete in the long run.

But at least the fans are getting what they have been waiting for. Man Utd know what to do to win. No more ambiguous roles. No more structural chaos. No more Casemiro and Bruno having to save the system.

Ruben Amorim hasn't turned Man Utd into a contender, but he's laying the foundations for a team that's organised, has character and has hope. After years of tactical stalemate, Old Trafford is finally seeing the light in the coaching room.

Source: https://znews.vn/amorim-thao-nut-that-lon-nhat-cua-man-utd-post1597411.html