DBasia.news – Manchester United stopped the four consecutive victories of Watford after the 2-1 victory in the fifth week of 2018-2019 Premier League at Vicarage Road, Saturday (15/9) local time.
Manchester United opened the dominance at 35′. Romelu Lukaku executed the passing from Watford’s left defense.
Three minutes later, Man United went further with a 2-0 score. This time, Marouane Fellaini passing was used by Chris Smalling with his kick.
Breaking his silence, Watford minimized the distance by Andre Gray’s act at 65′. But that goal couldn’t save the host from the defeat. The match was ended with Man United’s victory with a 2-1 score.
The result boosted Man United’s rank to the 8th rank temporary standing with 9 points. Meanwhile, Watford dropped to the 4th rank.
Here are three reasons why Manchester United defeated Watford
Maximize Set-Piece
Ahead of the match, there is a lot of anxiety in Manchester United of how Watford could handle the set-piece. The scheme is the signature style of the host in scoring goal.
But, it proved wrong. Ashley Young’ presence in the starting eleven made Man United dangerous in the set-piece. As seen, Young played many variations in executing the set-piece. No wonder, the former Aston Villa player was the free kick executor of England in the 2018 World Cup.
In total, Young scored 13 passings to the penalty box. Thus, Man United changed The Hornets main strength to be the weapon in scoring the goal.
Sending the Giant Player on the Pitch
Watford are known for his excellent approach in the match. They are strong in a physical duel and often break the opponent’s defense by the physical strength of the players.
However, Man United silenced that by placing Marouane Fellaini and Chris Smalling who handled 12 airball duels throughout the match.
Despite the pressure from Will Hughes in the right side, United players could counter the deadly passings. Smalling and Fellaini took the turn to guard the deadly striker of the match, Troy Deeney, the player with above the average physical strength.
David De Gea
In past seasons, Manchester United really depend to David De Gea under the crossbar. This time, Golden Glove winner last season showed his talent.
Despite one clean sheet in five matches, De Gea performed well last night. The Spain national team goalkeeper countered the opportunity from the host, especially in the second round.
Deeney’s effort in the first round was countered. Meanwhile, a hard kick from Abdoulaye Doucoure couldn’t pass his net. Once again, De Gea proved his talent in Man United.