EPL
Hojlund finally works out problem after being told to confront Man Utd team-mate
Rasmus Hojlund is finally finding his goal-scoring rhythm at Manchester United, but he’s largely doing it on his own.
Despite the presence of attacking talents like Antony, Marcus Rashford, and Alejandro Garnacho, Hojlund has had to rely on his instincts to score goals.
While ideally, he would benefit from better link-up play with his fellow forwards, recent performances have shown that his goals are coming without much assistance from them. This has been a point of concern raised by pundits, especially after former United assistant coach Rene Meulensteen criticized Antony and Garnacho for not providing enough service to Hojlund.
Meulensteen highlighted a lack of intention from the wingers to link up with Hojlund, instead preferring to create chances for themselves. This imbalance, both offensively and defensively, has been a recurring issue for United in several games.
Pundit Chris Sutton also pointed out Antony’s role in Hojlund’s early struggles, emphasizing the lack of understanding between Hojlund and the wide players on how to create scoring opportunities.
Hoijlund’s struggles with service were evident in December’s defeat to Bournemouth, with Ian Wright even suggesting he confront right-back Diogo Dalot for poor service.
However, Hojlund’s recent form, with five goals in his last five league games, suggests that he is finding ways to score despite these challenges. If he can maintain this form, it could be seen as a successful debut season for the 21-year-old.
Manchester United has reportedly cancelled their end-of-season awards meal, originally scheduled for May 20, to avoid distracting players ahead of the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
This tradition, dating back more than a decade, typically includes prizes for men’s, women’s, and academy team players, such as the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award.
This decision, consulted with Erik ten Hag and management, marks the second time in three years that the ceremony has been called off.
Despite the cancellation of the gathering, awards will still be voted for and handed out among the players.
The cancellation comes amid a challenging season for United’s men’s team, currently sitting eighth in the Premier League and on course for their worst finish in the club’s Premier League history.
In contrast, the women’s team recently celebrated success by lifting the FA Cup with a 4-0 win over Tottenham.
Manchester United faced another setback on Sunday as rain poured through Old Trafford’s leaky roof after a home defeat to Arsenal.
Despite improvements from their previous match, Erik ten Hag’s side couldn’t find the net, succumbing to a 1-0 loss.
The sudden thunderstorms exposed issues with the roof, leading to a torrent of water cascading onto the pitch.
Fans had to seek cover, highlighting the sorry state of the iconic stadium.
Many supporters expressed frustration on social media, criticizing the Glazers for neglecting Old Trafford’s upkeep and maintenance.
Some fans called for immediate action to fix the roof and address other stadium issues, pointing out that the neglect has left the club trailing behind others.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, following his purchase of the club, planned significant upgrades, including addressing the roof and other infrastructure problems.
The decline of Old Trafford, once a premier stadium, has become symbolic of the Glazers’ neglect over the past 18 years.
As rivals enjoy modern facilities, Manchester United’s stadium woes have become a target for mockery, with even opposing fans singing about its deterioration.
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Kylian Mbappe has confirmed that he will be departing Paris Saint-Germain at the conclusion of the current season.
The announcement, made through a video posted on social media, puts an end to the speculation surrounding the World Cup winner’s future with the Parisians.
Mbappe, 25, has decided not to sign an extension with the Ligue 1 club after a prolonged period of uncertainty about his contract situation.
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