With a squad that has seriously declined when a series of key players have to return to serve the African Football Cup such as Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo or Noussair Mazraoui, Manchester United cannot create a surprise against an Aston Villa team that is flourishing in all aspects.
Morgan Rogers' two classy super products have helped the Villa Park team extend their winning streak to 10 in all competitions.
On the other hand, Man United continued to stagnate in seventh place with 26 points. However, the door to a Champions League return has not yet closed for the "Red Devils", when Chelsea's gap to fourth place is only equivalent to a victory.
away, M.U did not nguoioioi, even creating a fairly balanced game against the opponent who is currently third on the rankings.
However, coach Ruben Amorim's team lacked sharpness in the attack phase. Most of the time, the visitors have been almost focused on the left wing, where Patrick Dorgu and Matheus Cunha have been active.
Despite a successful dispute that contributed to Cunha's equalizer 1-11, the Man United full-back still showed clear limitations in his ability to cross and coordinate. In the middle, Benjamin Sesko was completely isolated, forced to leave the field early without creating any notable opportunities.
Man United's defense has also revealed many problems in the context of Casemiro's absence due to suspension. Manuel Ugarte continuously handled errors in the midfield area, while Leny Yoro continued his disappointing streak. The young French midfielder's defense lacked determination, creating conditions for Rogers to complete his double in the 58th minute.
After Bruno Fernandes left the pitch, Man United only created one really significant chance, which was Cunha's close-range shot but the ball went wide of the goal. The match ended with a complete victory for Aston Villa.
In the next round, Man United will return to Old Trafford to welcome Newcastle, while Aston Villa will have a challenging away trip to Chelsea.
