Why are Man Utd better without the ball?
Under Michael Carrick, Manchester United average 1.5 points per game when they have more than 50% of the ball. When they have less than 50%, this number is 2.6.
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"We're trying to create a structure to try to bring out the best of everyone, but I like seeing Bruno in attacking positions with a bit of freedom."
— Michael Carrick , Athlete
"We had a plan for 11 versus 11, but after the red card the game completely changed, but also for them."
— Enzo Maresca , Athlete
"You have a duty to entertain. We have to always remember there's a public to be entertained."
— Sir Alex Ferguson , Executive
Key People
Bruno Fernandes is a Portuguese professional football player and midfielder.
Cameroonian professional footballer playing as a winger for Brentford.
Enzo Maresca is a former football manager and player.
Harry Maguire is a 33-year-old England defender for Manchester United.
Lisandro Martinez is an Argentine professional footballer.
Marcus Rashford is a forward for the England national football team.
Michael Carrick is a former professional football player and current manager.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a former football player and manager, known for his role at Manchester United.
Senne Lammens is a Belgian goalkeeper who plays for the national team.
Sir Alex Ferguson is a legendary Scottish football manager and former manager of Manchester United.
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Under Michael Carrick, Manchester United average 1.5 points per game when they have more than 50% of the ball. When they have less than 50%, this number is 2.6.
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