David Moyes can’t get his team combination correct:
Manchester United looked pedestrian in the first fifteen minutes hardly getting the ball as City played forays in between United’s defensive channels. David Moyes’ team selection was a bit absurd if not entirely exaggerating as the Scot fielded Fellaini and Cleverley in the middle beside Carrick as the pivot. This meant Juan Mata had to be deployed on the wings in the 4-3-3 setup.
Cleverley looked anonymous in the first half and was rightly subbed off in the second half for Shinji Kagawa. The Japanese midfielder, who came in showed some intent and at least tried to link up with Mata and Rooney but failing to get anything decisive. Anton Valencia should have started the game to offer width on the pitch, while Mata should have played in his favourite number ten role to at least make an impact on the counter.