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Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes offered a curious perspective on Manchester United’s performance following their recent victory against Luton in the Premier League.
Taking to Instagram after witnessing Erik ten Hag’s side secure a 2-1 win at Kenilworth Road, Scholes shared his unorthodox assessment of the match on his Instagram story.
“Weird team, United… Reckon they could be the only team that could win 5-0 and get hammered!” Scholes remarked.
Scholes’ observation delved into the intriguing dynamics of United’s performance. Despite scoring two goals within the first seven minutes courtesy of Hojlund, United failed to capitalize fully on their opportunities. Luton goalkeeper Thomas Kaminski thwarted several attempts, denying Hojlund, Alejandro Garnacho, and Marcus Rashford potential goals. Despite their offensive prowess, United conceded 59% possession to Luton and were actually outshot 22 to 21 by the hosts.
Interestingly, Sunday’s fixture marked Manchester United’s first league match at Kenilworth Road since April 1992, just before the advent of the Premier League era. Notably, a youthful Lee Sharpe found the net for United in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for a memorable encounter. While United had previously faced Luton in a League Cup tie in September 2020, securing a 3-0 victory with goals from Juan Mata, Marcus Rashford, and Mason Greenwood.
Looking ahead, maintaining their current momentum is crucial for Manchester United, especially after securing their fourth consecutive Premier League win against Luton. However, there are lingering concerns regarding the consistency of their performances. Despite recent victories, United’s defensive solidity remains a point of contention, having conceded three goals against Wolves and only managing two clean sheets in 12 league games since December.
