5 Key Formations That Man Utd Could Start The New Season With
2. 3-4-1-2
Say the words 'three at the back' to a United fan and most will pale at the very thought. The system that got the Dutch to the semi-finals of the World Cup and gave United an unbeaten pre-season tour was pored over and hyped up by pundits and fans alike. Could this be the new United way? Would Ashley Young and Antonio Valencia suddenly sparkle to life as wing-backs? Those questions were partly answered by an opening day defeat at home to Swansea. Then a 1-1 draw with Sunderland. Followed by a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of...MK Dons. Needless to say, I can't see Louis springing a three at the back surprise on opening day. Although stranger things have happened...