December 26th 2024.
Rasmus Hojlund, a young and promising player, faced difficulties in making an impact during Manchester United's recent match against Wolves, which ended in a 2-0 defeat. This caused former United striker Michael Owen to express his sympathy for the player, stating that he believes Hojlund is currently playing in the toughest position in the Premier League.
The defeat on Boxing Day was just another setback for Ruben Amorim's team, as they now find themselves in 14th place in the Premier League table, with only an eight-point lead over 18th-placed Leicester City. Hojlund, who was leading United's attack, had a frustrating game with only 14 touches of the ball and no shots on goal before being substituted by Joshua Zirkzee in the 79th minute.
Owen, who had scored 17 goals during his time at Old Trafford, believes that Hojlund has been given a difficult task by being the spearhead of United's attack. He also mentioned the lack of support from his teammates, making it difficult to judge the quality of the Danish international. According to Owen, United's playing style of defending rather than attacking could be the reason for this lack of service to the striker.
During an interview with Premier League Productions after United's defeat to Wolves, Owen expressed his views on Amorim's tactics, stating that the team's system is not functioning properly. He pointed out that United's defensive approach is not something that top teams like Liverpool would do, as they prefer to mark man-to-man and push players into attacking areas.
Owen also mentioned that even if United were not conceding many goals, he would not be optimistic about their performance, as the team is not functioning well. He criticized their attacking abilities, stating that he could not recall a single chance that they had during the match against Wolves.
The former United striker also shared his sympathy for Hojlund, stating that he feels sorry for the player. He highlighted the lack of support and service that Hojlund received during the match, with most of his passes coming from defenders and only two from a player who is reliable enough to provide quality passes. Owen expressed his inability to judge the player's abilities due to the challenging circumstances he faces, playing as a centre forward for Manchester United.
In the past, being a centre forward for Manchester United was a dream for many players, with the opportunity to score numerous goals. However, in the current situation, Owen believes it is a difficult and challenging position, which he never thought he would say. He described it as a "poised chalice," highlighting the contrast between the past and present.
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