Manchester United rank joint-bottom for high-speed runs after Fulham draw

Manchester United's performance in their recent 1-1 draw against Fulham has raised concerns about the team's intensity levels. Matheus Cunha expressed dissatisfaction with the team's energy, stating that Fulham outperformed them in this regard. Pundit Gary Neville also noted the alarming frequency with which United appeared to disengage from play, highlighting a worrying trend in their work-rate.

Statistics reveal that Manchester United ranks joint-bottom in the Premier League for high-speed runs, alongside Manchester City. Both teams recorded 1,691 high-speed runs, but United's figures come under scrutiny as City played a significant portion of their match with ten men. This context raises questions about United's overall effort and commitment on the pitch.

In terms of possession, United spent over half the match—52.98 per cent—walking, marking the highest percentage recorded by the team this season. Their average for the campaign stands at 51.13 per cent, placing them 17th in the league. This trend indicates a concerning lack of urgency and movement when not in possession, which has been evident throughout their matches this season.

Despite these issues, United's attacking statistics show some promise. They recorded 29 shots against Fulham, hitting the woodwork twice, and have the highest total of shots in the league this season. Additionally, their 'progress' stat indicates they excelled in advancing the ball when regaining possession, but these positives are overshadowed by their disappointing start to the season, with only five points from five matches.

via Sky Sports