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The Importance of the Manager, Not the System

It's not about the system, it's about the manager coming in and getting the absolute best out of the group of players they inherit. The new manager at Manchester United has a difficult job ahead, but as a United fan, one must be optimistic that they can turn things around.

Implementing a new system, such as switching from a back four to a back three, is not an easy task in the middle of the season. It requires a lot of practice on the training pitch to get the timing and positioning right. The two center-backs on the outside of the middle one, for example, need to be in sync with the wing-backs to cover the spaces.