Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show Man United draw at Forest: Point gained?
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Nov 3, 2025 Manchester United rallied for a thrilling 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest, with Amad Diallo scoring a stunning volley. The team debated if this was a point gained or two dropped after a chaotic collapse post-half-time. Casemiro’s solid performance and tactical discussions highlight their improvement compared to last season. Concerns about potential key player absences during AFCON prompt a look at their tactical options. The panel also weighs in on pressing transfer needs and the effectiveness of Amorim's attacking philosophy.
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Resilience Has Improved Since Last Season
- Manchester United showed clear improvement over last season by rescuing a draw after conceding two quick goals.
- The team now has confidence to recover from setbacks rather than collapse entirely.
Small Tactical Tweaks, Big Effects
- Ruben Amorim's tactical tweaks have made United more coherent and purposefully designed.
- The team now creates genuine attacking set-piece options beyond Bruno's typical routines.
Exploit Second-Phase Set-Piece Positions
- Practice set-piece positioning and rehearsed routines to exploit second phases around the box.
- Place technical finishers like Amad Diallo in tailored pockets to maximise chances from cleared corners.