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Five things learned as Manchester United beat West Ham 1-0 in extra-time
February 9, 2021
Here is a look at five things we learned from the game, which was a tough watch…
United lacked directness
From the first whistle, Manchester United were the better team. But you have to make it count.
By half-time United’s dominance amounted to precisely zero shots from open play.
While West Ham defended resolutely and made it difficult, United should be used to this kind of approach from opposition teams and offer more of a threat.
The only first half attempt was from Victor Lindelof’s deflected header.