March 1st 2024.
Roy Keane, a former captain of Manchester United, has recently spoken out about the team's struggles on the defensive end. According to Keane, Harry Maguire's lack of speed is causing problems for his teammates when it comes to pressing their opponents. This was evident in their recent match against Fulham, where they suffered a 2-1 defeat.
Keane's concerns were echoed by former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher, who described United's tactics as "impossible" to execute. He pointed out that the team's deep defensive line makes it difficult for them to press the opposing team's defense. Keane believes that this fear of moving up the pitch is due to Maguire's slow pace in defense. He stated on The Overlap's Stick to Football show that the team is "not pressing up" and that there is always a worry when Maguire tries to squeeze the pitch.
The former captain also highlighted the lack of leadership from Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes in United's pressing game. He stated that the team does not have players who can effectively execute a high press. Keane believes that Fernandes and Rashford are not capable of leading the team's press for a sustained period of time.
In conclusion, Keane believes that Manchester United's deficiencies in the pressing aspect of the game are not a new problem. He stated that the team has never been good at pressing, and that is unlikely to change in the near future. With Maguire's lack of pace in defense and the team's current personnel, it is difficult for United to effectively press their opponents.
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