![]() ![]() United need a pattern of play when they are not permitted to play off the cuff.Īt the moment, they are a team that are both good and bad in bursts, scoring and conceding frequently in quick succession, fraying Solskjaer’s nerves in the process. The challenge for the manager going forward - particularly if he wants to keep his job and win things long term - is to harness that quality while attaining greater control and composure in matches, certainly against opponents who sit deep and do not allow space in behind to attack. Pogba was outstanding in Thursday’s 3-2 win over Sheffield United. Solskjaer has faced criticism for his apparent indulgence of Paul Pogba, inviting accusations that he is too nice for what can be a cutthroat job, but the Norwegian sees little value in going to war with the midfielder, like Mourinho did, and would rather help the Frenchman work through his problems while he remains at the club. United may too often lack control in games but they have come from behind to win their past six Premier League away matches this season and it is hard to believe that sort of togetherness would be possible if tensions and an air of toxicity had not been expunged. Paranoia and suspicion had taken hold during Jose Mourinho’s final months in charge but Solskjaer has restored trust, empowered people, rebuilt confidence and fostered spirit, and some of that has been evident on the pitch. On Saturday, it is two years since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took charge at Manchester United and, while he continues to sharply divide opinion between the critics who consider him an over-promoted “stop gap” and those who feel he is slowly turning the tide at Old Trafford, he has overseen a dramatic change in atmosphere at the club. Some consider him an over-promoted 'stop gap', while others feel he is slowly turning the tide - it has been a dramatic two years has the Manchester United manager been a success or not?
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