Red Devils' Renaissance: Garnacho and Hujlund Shine as Amorim Plots Manchester United's Revival

By: Collins, Kenya | Date: November 29, 2024

Garnacho and Hojlund: Rising Stars at Old Trafford Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund have emerged as bright spots in Manchester United's challenging 2024-25 season. In the recent Europa League match against Bodo/Glimt, both players showcased their growing importance to the team. Garnacho opened the scoring within the first minute, demonstrating his quick thinking and opportunistic nature. This early goal highlights the young Argentine's ability to make an impact from the start, a trait that has become increasingly valuable for United. Rasmus Hojlund, meanwhile, proved to be the hero of the night with a crucial brace that secured a 3-2 victory for United[1]. His first goal, a brilliantly controlled volley just before halftime, displayed his technical prowess and ability to perform under pressure. Hojlund's second goal, coming early in the second half, further cemented his status as a clinical finisher. With these two goals, Hojlund has now scored 20 times for United, including an impressive eight goals in just 11 European appearances. Amorim's Impact and Tactical Changes The arrival of Ruben Amorim as Manchester United's new head coach has brought fresh tactical approaches and a renewed sense of optimism. In his first match at Old Trafford, Amorim demonstrated his tactical flexibility by adjusting the team's formation at halftime, switching from a 3-4-3 to a 4-2-3-1 system. This change proved effective, allowing United to control the second half with more authority and ultimately secure the win. Amorim's emphasis on high pressing and possession-based football is already becoming evident in United's play. The new coach has been quick to implement his philosophy, with reports from his first training session highlighting a focus on improving players' work rate and defensive transitions. This approach aligns with Amorim's successful tactics at Sporting Lisbon and could be key to revitalizing United's performances. Current Struggles and League Position Despite the recent Europa League victory, Manchester United's struggles in the Premier League continue to be a concern. As of late November 2024, United find themselves in a disappointing 14th place in the league table, with just 8 points from 7 matches[6]. This represents their worst start to a Premier League season, highlighting the magnitude of the challenge facing Amorim. The team's offensive output has been particularly problematic, with only 5 goals scored in their first 7 league games[6]. This lack of firepower has contributed significantly to their low league position and underscores the importance of Garnacho and Hojlund's recent performances in Europe. ✏️ Europa League Campaign In the Europa League, Manchester United's situation is equally precarious. Prior to the victory against Bodo/Glimt, United were languishing in 21st position in the group stage standings with just 2 points. The recent win, however, has provided a much-needed