Category: Data Analysis
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Set-Piece Struggles: Can Manchester United Turn a Weakness into a Strength?
In modern football, set pieces serve as critical opportunities for teams to gain an edge. For Manchester United, however, they have often been a source of frustration. Defensively, they have struggled to repel threats, while offensively, their inability to convert chances has hindered their overall performance. This article explores the extent of Manchester United’s set-piece…
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West Ham United match stats and viz: Attacking zones, recoveries, passes and more
Manchester United extended their unbeaten run to five matches and stayed close to the top four after a narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham United in the English Premier League. Marcus Rashford scored the only goal of the match at the end of the first half. David de Gea made some excellent saves to keep…
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Chelsea match stats and viz: Counterattacks, defensive duels and more
A late equaliser from Casemiro handed Manchester United a 1-1 draw against Chelsea in the English Premier League. The Brazilian scored his first goal for the Red Devils and extended their unbeaten run to four games. Jorginho scored a penalty for Chelsea in the 87th minute and the equaliser came seven minutes after the first…
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Tottenham Hotspur match stats and viz: xG map, passes to final third, interceptions and more
Manchester United won their sixth match of the season after a dominating 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. The Red Devils stayed on the front foot from the start and didn’t allow Spurs to make a comeback in the match. Fred opened the scoring in the opening minute of the second…
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Tottenham Hotspur Preview: Attacking efficiency, Recoveries in attacking half and key players
Manchester United will look to return to winning ways when they host Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League. Both teams sit in the top-five positions and are contending for the league title. This is a crucial fixture for both teams in their search for silverware. Manchester United will play back-to-back games at home. They…
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Newcastle match stats and viz: Duels, xG map, recoveries and more
Manchester United were held to a goalless draw against Newcastle United in the English Premier League. The Red Devils dropped points for the fourth time in nine games, and this was their first draw of the season. Newcastle United are on a five-match unbeaten run and have earned nine points. Manchester United sit in the…
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Everton vs Manchester United match stats and viz: Attacking zones, aerial duels, shot map and more
Manchester United returned to winning ways after a comeback 2-1 victory over Everton in the English Premier League. In the early minutes of the match, Alex Iwobi gave the lead to the home team. Antony scored his third goal in his third consecutive league game and became the first player to achieve this accomplishment. Cristiano…
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Omonia Stats: Aerial duels, xG map, positional attacks and more from United’s win
Manchester United earned back-to-back victories in the UEFA Europa League after a narrow 3-2 victory over Cyprus club Omonia Nicosia. The host led the match in the first half. Erik ten Hag made some changes to the side at the start of the second half and these players came off the bench to score three…
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Preview: Omonia’s game play, Manchester United in the first half and the key players
Manchester United will travel to Cyprus to take on Omonia FC in their third match of the UEFA Europa League 2022/23 campaign. The Red Devils are looking to bounce back after a humiliating 6-3 loss to Manchester City in the English Premier League. They have an easy match against the Cyprus-based club. Omonia sits at…
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Preview: Omonia’s game play, Manchester United in the first half and the key players
Manchester United will travel to Cyprus to take on Omonia FC in their third match of the UEFA Europa League 2022/23 campaign. The Red Devils are looking to bounce back after a humiliating 6-3 loss to Manchester City in the English Premier League. They have an easy match against the Cyprus-based club. Omonia sits at…