Match Preview

Manchester United Match Previews series, where I break down team news, key matchups, and the tactical keys before kickoff.

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Burnley vs Manchester United Preview: Fletcher’s First Test at Turf Moor

Jan 6, 2026

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6 min read

Burnley vs Manchester United Preview: Fletcher’s First Test at Turf Moor

Burnley can’t score at home. United can’t keep a clean sheet away. The tactical keys to avoid another Wolves style grind.

James Sammut

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Leeds vs Man United Preview: Elland Road Key Stats & Tactical Breakdown

Jan 3, 2026

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5 min read

Leeds vs Man United Preview: Elland Road Key Stats & Tactical Breakdown

Leeds are strong at home but leak goals late. United score away but concede every trip - this sets up as a shootout.

James Sammut

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The Patience Test: Breaking Wolves Without Bruno

Dec 29, 2025

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4 min read

The Patience Test: Breaking Wolves Without Bruno

A skeleton crew, a deep block, and one dangerous window after the hour. The tactical keys to avoid the banana skin.

James Sammut

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Man United vs Newcastle: No Bruno. No Mainoo. Now what?

Dec 25, 2025

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5 min read

Man United vs Newcastle: No Bruno. No Mainoo. Now what?

Boxing Day survival plan: survive set pieces, make Cunha the outlet, and target Newcastle’s late wobble.

James Sammut

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The False Crisis (United is 4 points off 2nd)

Dec 3, 2025

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5 min read

The False Crisis (United is 4 points off 2nd)

West Ham have conceded 27 goals. Paqueta is out. No excuses.

James Sammut

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The 45-Minute Myth: Why We Collapse and How to Fix It

Nov 28, 2025

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7 min read

The 45-Minute Myth: Why We Collapse and How to Fix It

Amorim confirms the "control" issue. With Cunha out, Sunday becomes a test of stamina and structure.

James Sammut

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The Old Trafford Validation: Proving the Fortress is No Accident

Nov 21, 2025

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8 min read

The Old Trafford Validation: Proving the Fortress is No Accident

A tactical plan to bypass Everton's press, exploit their weak flank, and survive the set-piece bombardment.

James Sammut

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How United Can Break The Tottenham Curse This Weekend

Nov 7, 2025

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6 min read

How United Can Break The Tottenham Curse This Weekend

A tactical plan to exploit their "home sickness." Plus, a note on our new content.

James Sammut

Match Preview

Burnley vs Manchester United Preview: Fletcher’s First Test at Turf Moor

Leeds vs Man United Preview: Elland Road Key Stats & Tactical Breakdown

The Patience Test: Breaking Wolves Without Bruno

Man United vs Newcastle: No Bruno. No Mainoo. Now what?

The False Crisis (United is 4 points off 2nd)

The 45-Minute Myth: Why We Collapse and How to Fix It

The Old Trafford Validation: Proving the Fortress is No Accident

How United Can Break The Tottenham Curse This Weekend

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