Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 Formation: Can Manchester United's New Coach Make it Work at Old Trafford?
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The 3-4-3 Conundrum
Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 formation has been a topic of discussion since his arrival at Manchester United, with some pundits expressing reservations and others criticizing the system altogether. However, as Adam Bate explains, the 3-4-3 can work, but it is unsuited to the current United squad. The formation requires specialists throughout the team, including natural wing-backs and wide forwards comfortable moving inside.
Tactically Challenged
Amorim's Sporting had success with the 3-4-3, dominating games and boasting a 100% home record in Europe's six strongest leagues last season. However, replicating this at United has proven difficult, with the squad lacking the necessary specialists. The team's performances against Wolves and Crystal Palace, who both played the same formation, highlighted the challenges, with United's players struggling to adapt to the system.
A Long-Term Project
Amorim has persisted with the 3-4-3, but it is clear that it will take time and transfers to adjust the squad to his vision. The club's supporters will wonder whether there is the will or the means to commit to the changes required to reconstruct the squad in Amorim's image. With the shelf life of a Premier League manager now below two years, Amorim may need many more transfer windows to get it right. As he said, "to pick up the fruits from your work, you have to wait," but the question is, will United be patient enough to see it through?
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