Manchester United registered their first league double over Chelsea since 1987/88 after beating the Blues 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.
It was the Red Devils’ fourth consecutive clean sheet in all competitions:
Tranmere 0-6 Man United
Man City 0-1 Man United
Wolves 0-0 Man United
Chelsea 0-2 Man United
Manchester United have kept a clean sheet in 4 consecutive games in all competitions:
0 conceded vs. Tranmere
0 conceded vs. Man City
0 conceded vs. Wolves
0 conceded vs. ChelseaSolid. pic.twitter.com/WLXZysKkqS
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) February 17, 2020
Eric Bailly and Harry Maguire were a major reason for tonight’s success. Bailly won 100% aerial battles, had 85% pass accuracy, six ball recoveries and three blocks.
Eric Bailly’s game by numbers vs. Chelsea:
100% aerials won
85% pass accuracy
6 ball recoveries
3 blocks3 points & a clean sheet on his return. pic.twitter.com/AL0OoLbHSs
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) February 17, 2020
Maguire had 58 touches, completed 31 passes, made nine clearances, eight recoveries and five interceptions, won six duels and scored a cracking headed goal.
Harry Maguire vs Chelsea:
58 touches
31 passes completed
9 clearances – most in the game
8 recoveries
6 duels won
5 interceptions
1 goalIt was a captain's performance from him. His form has improved a lot in recent weeks! pic.twitter.com/PuROSgrFak
— UtdArena. (@utdarena) February 17, 2020
If Bailly can stay fit, the Red Devils suddenly look like they have a world class defence.
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Article Name | 0 goals conceded, 4 games: Solskjaer has found his defensive masterplan |
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Author Name | Candyboy |
Published On | February 17, 2020 |
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