UEFA Europa League 2022/23 Season

[abhiseshakana]

Real Sociedad were so calm barely pressured by Man United away. Actually Ronaldo got 2-3 chances, but the ball was always controlled and didn't shoot right away. Indeed, age doesn't lie, the instinct to score goals is gone, it's fitting that in PL, he is often on the bench

Aging is something that can not be avoided by any athlete and also by anyone. And logically it wasn't his goal-scoring instinct that was missing in Ronaldo. But the pace he once had in the game has started to fade with time so it's only natural that in the Premier League he is on the bench more often as you say because there are players who are more worthy to be placed in Ronaldo's position now.

For the first time, Ronaldo played as a starter this season but he failed to complete his task (failed to score) and Man United had to lose 0-1 to Sociedad. Actually, he didn't play too badly, there were a few chances that could have been goals but because Sociedad is more likely to play defensive football, that's what makes it difficult for Ronaldo to penetrate. In addition, Man United also does not play with the Premier League formation (Sancho and Bruno Fernandes were not played as starters) and I think there is a performance difference because of it.

[G_Besar]

For the first time, Ronaldo played as a starter this season but he failed to complete his task (failed to score) and Man United had to lose 0-1 to Sociedad. Actually, he didn't play too badly, there were a few chances that could have been goals but because Sociedad is more likely to play defensive football, that's what makes it difficult for Ronaldo to penetrate. In addition, Man United also does not play with the Premier League formation (Sancho and Bruno Fernandes were not played as starters) and I think there is a performance difference because of it.

The defeat also extended Manchester United's bad record when playing Cristiano Ronaldo as a starter. This defeat is also a bad record for Ronaldo's debut in the European League. Another reason that is an issue of discussion is the return of Maguire in defense. The dropping of Maguire actually made the Man United defense look a mess. Evidently, Real Sociedad was still able to make eight shots with three of them on target despite losing possession.  

Manchester United manager, Erik Ten Haag of course realizes that and this is of course a note for him, that Maguire is indeed a serious problem for United. This defeat also ended the winning streak he had achieved and unfortunately, the record came to a halt in front of his own fans at Old Trafford.

[bering]

One of the surprising result for today that Roma has lose from Ludogorets and apparently Ludogorests know how to counter Roma strategy that during the match they successfully locked Dybala movement and he hasn't get many chances to scoring goals and the result 2-1 is deserved to Ludogorests because they playing better and for Roma they only can score 1 goal from 6 shot on goals i think after seeing this statistics there is something problem with their forward line because they looks wasted several opportunity to scoring goals

[Juggy777]

Real Sociedad were so calm barely pressured by Man United away. Actually Ronaldo got 2-3 chances, but the ball was always controlled and didn't shoot right away. Indeed, age doesn't lie, the instinct to score goals is gone, it's fitting that in PL, he is often on the bench

Aging is something that can not be avoided by any athlete and also by anyone. And logically it wasn't his goal-scoring instinct that was missing in Ronaldo. But the pace he once had in the game has started to fade with time so it's only natural that in the Premier League he is on the bench more often as you say because there are players who are more worthy to be placed in Ronaldo's position now.

For the first time, Ronaldo played as a starter this season but he failed to complete his task (failed to score) and Man United had to lose 0-1 to Sociedad. Actually, he didn't play too badly, there were a few chances that could have been goals but because Sociedad is more likely to play defensive football, that's what makes it difficult for Ronaldo to penetrate. In addition, Man United also does not play with the Premier League formation (Sancho and Bruno Fernandes were not played as starters) and I think there is a performance difference because of it.

The defeat also extended Manchester United's bad record when playing Cristiano Ronaldo as a starter.  This defeat is also a bad record for Ronaldo's debut in the European League.  Another reason that is an issue of discussion is the return of Maguire in defense.  The dropping of Maguire actually made the Man United defense look a mess.  Evidently, Real Sociedad was still able to make eight shots with three of them on target despite losing possession.  Manchester United manager, Erik Ten Haag of course realizes that and this is of course a note for him, that Maguire is indeed a serious problem for United.  This defeat also ended the winning streak he had achieved and unfortunately, the record came to a halt in front of his own fans at Old Trafford.

I am not a big fan of Ronaldo starting but his poor form is due to lack of preseason training, and that’s why he’s not in a proper shape to dictate games and that’s a big reason why he’s warming the benches. Furthermore I feel that the entire team didn’t do enough yesterday, and I’ll expect Ten Hag to heavily rotate once sport resumes again (I’m assuming this week’s games will be postponed).

[Zlantann]

One of the surprising result for today that Roma has lose from Ludogorets and apparently Ludogorests know how to counter Roma strategy that during the match they successfully locked Dybala movement and he hasn't get many chances to scoring goals and the result 2-1 is deserved to Ludogorests because they playing better and for Roma they only can score 1 goal from 6 shot on goals i think after seeing this statistics there is something problem with their forward line because they looks wasted several opportunity to scoring goals

Although Bulgarian professional league cannot be compared to the Italian league in terms of quality. But PFC Ludogorets Razgrad has been consistent this season. They have one of the best defenses in the league, which has conceded few goals. This kind of result always happens when the bigger team underrates an unknown club. The game was balanced and they didn't show Roma any respect and they took their goal-scoring opportunities. Roma has been very inconsistent considering their recent result, I am sure Mourinho would find the solution to their attacking failures. 

[Swordsoffreedom]

One of the surprising result for today that Roma has lose from Ludogorets and apparently Ludogorests know how to counter Roma strategy that during the match they successfully locked Dybala movement and he hasn't get many chances to scoring goals and the result 2-1 is deserved to Ludogorests because they playing better and for Roma they only can score 1 goal from 6 shot on goals i think after seeing this statistics there is something problem with their forward line because they looks wasted several opportunity to scoring goals

Although Bulgarian professional league cannot be compared to the Italian league in terms of quality. But PFC Ludogorets Razgrad has been consistent this season. They have one of the best defenses in the league, which has conceded few goals. This kind of result always happens when the bigger team underrates an unknown club. The game was balanced and they didn't show Roma any respect and they took their goal-scoring opportunities. Roma has been very inconsistent considering their recent result, I am sure Mourinho would find the solution to their attacking failures. 

Although Roma lost this match, they tried their best to earn points in this match. But they had something wrong. Ludogorets scored both goals thanks to the stupidity of the Roma defenders. I was also totally surprised by Ludogorets' second goal. Despite Roma having so many defenders, they couldn't counter it. I would say that Roma's midfield and forward players played well but they lost this match due to poor defence. Mourinho should find the weaknesses in his defenders.If they do not solve it quickly, they will lose points in the upcoming matches of Serie A.

[Razmirraz]

Real Sociedad were so calm barely pressured by Man United away. Actually Ronaldo got 2-3 chances, but the ball was always controlled and didn't shoot right away. Indeed, age doesn't lie, the instinct to score goals is gone, it's fitting that in PL, he is often on the bench

Aging is something that can not be avoided by any athlete and also by anyone. And logically it wasn't his goal-scoring instinct that was missing in Ronaldo. But the pace he once had in the game has started to fade with time so it's only natural that in the Premier League he is on the bench more often as you say because there are players who are more worthy to be placed in Ronaldo's position now.

Ronaldo has entered the final stages of his career as a professional footballer, he is not like he used to be who looks very dangerous in front of the opponent's goal. His age has greatly affected his performances on the field, lately he has started to struggle to find his best form so Ten Hag often puts him on the bench.
I don't think Ronaldo was the culprit of the Manchester United defeat, because football is a team game, not an individual game. This time Ronaldo failed to maintain confidence when he was given a share to play as a starter, defeat was inevitable because no Manchester United player was able to break into Real Sociedad's goal.
Ronaldo's decline in performance has further strengthened speculation that his time together with Manchester United will not last long. Ronaldo must accept the fact that he is no longer the first choice, Next match Ten Hag will put Ronaldo back as a substitute due to not being able to show his best performance when given the trust.

[Pierre 2]

I watched Fenerbahçe-Dinamo Kyiv match fully, I think Fenerbahçe played good and well deserved win they got. Although Dynamo Kyiv looked solid in overall defending against Fenerbahçe attacks. Ukrainian squad is fairly lower skill. But they disrupt Fenerbahçe's morale with scoring a goal through quick attacks. I feel like Fenerbahçe will go to next round but I think they won't be able to compete with better teams.

[rahmad2nd]

For the first time, Ronaldo played as a starter this season but he failed to complete his task (failed to score) and Man United had to lose 0-1 to Sociedad. Actually, he didn't play too badly, there were a few chances that could have been goals but because Sociedad is more likely to play defensive football, that's what makes it difficult for Ronaldo to penetrate. In addition, Man United also does not play with the Premier League formation (Sancho and Bruno Fernandes were not played as starters) and I think there is a performance difference because of it.

Unlike what we expected from the Red Devils in this match, placing Ronaldo as an early starter adds to Manchester United's bad record. the goal was created in the 35th minute from Ronaldo's header, unfortunately had to be ruled out for offside. erik ten hag's strategy this time was not very effective, not much can be expected in this match.
As you said, jadon sancho and bruno fernandes were not played as early starters so that man united struggled to build an attack that brought his performance back down.

As for Real Sociedad, they rely on counterattacks with a defensive strategy pattern. luck was on the side of sociedad, getting a penalty in the 59th minute that put them ahead in this match.

[Sebas.tian]

One of the surprising result for today that Roma has lose from Ludogorets and apparently Ludogorests know how to counter Roma strategy that during the match they successfully locked Dybala movement and he hasn't get many chances to scoring goals and the result 2-1 is deserved to Ludogorests because they playing better and for Roma they only can score 1 goal from 6 shot on goals i think after seeing this statistics there is something problem with their forward line because they looks wasted several opportunity to scoring goals

It really showed that Ludogorests really prepared well for this match more than Roma, because they started using Roma from the first half till the end of the match that made Ludogorests to defeated Roma 2-1 for the favour of Ludogorests. I think Roma coach did not use their last match line up for this match, because they really demonstrated well from their last match that made many people to predicted for their favour in this match but they lose to Ludogorests at the end of the match. Roma really missed their opportunity in this game, because their midfielders really supplied  their strikers opportunity to achieve many goals from the game but they did not use the opportunity well.

[MinoRaiola]

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the goal but he was in offside,so things for him still arent going. But still he has time in second half to score a goal. He needs to build confidence with a goal,for a striker this is the most important thing

That was in the 36 minute, and would been great for him and the gamel. Than a strange penalty and the referees maybe made a mistake. If that had not happened Real Sociedad San Sebastian would not have scored a goal and a good game. Casemiro and Cristiano Ronaldo did not score only one goal in 90 minutes. 6 yellow cards after the penalty and no good chances. A game that Manchester should forget quickly.

[onecall123]

Erik ten Hag's team was surprised by Real Sociedad. The result is not surprising, however, as Man United does not do well against Spanish opponents at home. In Europa as well, Manchester United is disgracing itself. A Spanish football club teaches him the level he has reached. There will be more surprises to come. The reason why Eriksen was taken off instead of Fred was not clear to me. Eriksen's departure threw the midfield into chaos. There is also room for improvement for Casemiro.

[swogerino]

Erik ten Hag's team was surprised by Real Sociedad. The result is not surprising, however, as Man United does not do well against Spanish opponents at home. In Europa as well, Manchester United is disgracing itself. A Spanish football club teaches him the level he has reached. There will be more surprises to come. The reason why Eriksen was taken off instead of Fred was not clear to me. Eriksen's departure threw the midfield into chaos. There is also room for improvement for Casemiro.

Yesterday though Manchester United played much better and created a whole lot more chances than Real Sociedad did however they were having problems in scoring and that was their problem yesterday.Real Sociedad was cynical in those few occasions they got a penalty and converted it to goal.Most probably Ten Hag is focused more on the Premier League as he is in Europa League plus even if Manchester United is ranked up 3rd in the group which should be easy for them they will get to Europa Conference League so their European journey is much likely to continue.

[Sirait]

I am not a big fan of Ronaldo starting but his poor form is due to lack of preseason training, and that’s why he’s not in a proper shape to dictate games and that’s a big reason why he’s warming the benches. Furthermore I feel that the entire team didn’t do enough yesterday, and I’ll expect Ten Hag to heavily rotate once sport resumes again (I’m assuming this week’s games will be postponed).

before in the EPL, MU showed a good performance and the strategy for the match was really right (putting Maguire and Cristiano on the bench) but when both played as starters, MU lost to Sociedad.  In the future it looks like Ten Hag will have to repeat his strategy and not use Maguire and Cristiano as starters.

[fzkto]

Manchester United really have problems in the team since they lose to such weak opponents not only in the Premier League, but also in the Europa League, especially in a home game. I don't think they can win the return game in Spain, although Manchester United have always been unpredictable and maybe not all is lost for them yet. Still, it's a shame that they lost a home game.

[CryptocurencyKing]

Manchester United will start their first match in Group E of the Europa League at Old Trafford Vs Real Sociedad. And Cristiano Ronaldo started in the first half with Antony and Elanga in attack.

Can Ronaldo score his first goal for United in this match?

Manchester united lost their first match, they performed below my expectation today, they had lot's of opportunities but they couldn't secure any goal, they missed all their opportunities.
Even with Ronaldo and Anthony starting the match, Manchester united still couldn't secure even a single goal. Ronaldo lost some opportunities which I don't believe will lose, i think Ronaldo is already getting old and his performance few years ago can't be compared to his current performance. I just hope Manchester united will perform very well in their next match in both Europa and premier league.

Manchester United probably didn’t deserved much out of the game in terms of scoring despite having some half chances. The team looked extremely disjointed after the break especially with Lindelof at RB - totally ran inside out. Fred and Casemiro were giving up possession easily in the middle of the park while Bruno was anonymous again. Really need Eriksen in the midfield pulling the strings. Otherwise, it’s back to last season’s Manchester United. Then again that penalty decision on Lisandro Martinez was absolutely disgraceful but again I’m not surprised.

[Bitinity]

Manchester United really have problems in the team since they lose to such weak opponents not only in the Premier League, but also in the Europa League, especially in a home game. I don't think they can win the return game in Spain, although Manchester United have always been unpredictable and maybe not all is lost for them yet. Still, it's a shame that they lost a home game.

Is it just a coincidence or what? Whenever Maguire is in the starting lineup, Manchester United are unable to win (mostly defeated) like their first 2 EPL matches. I am starting to think that Maguire give them a bad luck if he is on the starting lineup plus as a captain. I think most of their fans also have the same thought as mine I know Ten Haag want to make a rotation in his squad to give chance for other players, but this result is so bad. Europa League is less popular indeed, but they should also think that there is a way to go to Champions League from this competition. As an alternative way if they cant finish in top 4 at the end of the EPL season.

[G_Besar]

Although Roma lost this match, they tried their best to earn points in this match. But they had something wrong. Ludogorets scored both goals thanks to the stupidity of the Roma defenders. I was also totally surprised by Ludogorets' second goal. Despite Roma having so many defenders, they couldn't counter it. I would say that Roma's midfield and forward players played well but they lost this match due to poor defence. Mourinho should find the weaknesses in his defenders.If they do not solve it quickly, they will lose points in the upcoming matches of Serie A.

Two consecutive defeats experienced by AS Roma in two different competitions clearly made the players' mental collapse. Jose Mourinho must immediately evaluate his squad and return Roma to winning ways. This season AS Roma are favored by many parties, being able to compete with the top teams in Serie A and also being a serious contender for the European league, but with the results in the last two matches, many people are starting to be pessimistic about the existence of Roma this season. But in my opinion, Roma still have enough time to immediately develop the right strategy and I am sure Mourinho will take Roma further on the European stage.

[Mr.right85]

Is it just a coincidence or what? Whenever Maguire is in the starting lineup, Manchester United are unable to win (mostly defeated) like their first 2 EPL matches. I am starting to think that Maguire give them a bad luck if he is on the starting lineup plus as a captain.

Possibly because, the moment Ten Hag benched him, we found Manchester United winning games, they even got to beat Arsenal in a 3 goals to 1 victory. Like, is this the same Manchester that struggled in there first 3 games... and in all there winning games, Harry Maguire was right there on the bench with Bruno Fernández to captain the team. The moment he came in as a substitute, he committed a defensive error and got a yellow card. Although, it was the best decision to remedy the situation as it could have easily resulted in a goal. Now, that's the premier league.

Coming to the Europa now, Harry Maguire managed to get on the starting lineup and again, you find Manchester United facing difficulty in soring a goal despite several chances created and on target balls. Unfortunately, Lisandro Martinez committed a foul that cost the team a penalty and a goal.

Having Harry Maguire on the team and as it's captain doesn't bring out the best in Manchester United.

[Docnaster]

Manchester United really have problems in the team since they lose to such weak opponents not only in the Premier League, but also in the Europa League, especially in a home game. I don't think they can win the return game in Spain, although Manchester United have always been unpredictable and maybe not all is lost for them yet. Still, it's a shame that they lost a home game.

If you really watched the match yesterday, you will discover that Manchester United didn't play so badly, they only lacked the chemistry that will give them goals. The like of Ronaldo is no longer a young man and he must realise that honestly. The runnings he could not do and to get the goals no way, even the air movement he is known for didn't work. Another aged player that wasn't upto the desired performance is Casemiro and that shows that whenever Eric Ten is benching them in English Premier league we shouldn't complain. They have played their peak and they should give way for younger players.

Is it just a coincidence or what? Whenever Maguire is in the starting lineup, Manchester United are unable to win (mostly defeated) like their first 2 EPL matches. I am starting to think that Maguire give them a bad luck if he is on the starting lineup plus as a captain.

There is nothing like a player giving a team bad luck the main thing is that Maguire is not supposed to be in Manchester United starting eleven. If you watched the match, it appeared that Maguire played very well but if you are a good football observer you will notice that Maguire was the reason Manchester United could not press high. Everyone was afraid and not confident at Maguire and that was indirectly drawing the team to play defensive football.
Also at the second half, every dangerous clearance made was made by Martinez or Malacia or Fred. Maguire is always not found when the team is in problem.

So, when Eric benches Maguire, Casemiro and Ronaldo in English Premier league, Manchester United fans should not complain.