Three things Ralf Rangnick got wrong as Man Utd snatch victory against West Ham

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Daily Star Sport takes a look art three things Rangnick may have got wrong against West HamRangnick’s persistence with his favoured 4-2-2-2 formation has often been the subject of frustration and criticism.

And his team seemed to struggle with his preferred set-up once again as West Ham’s attack pulled them from pillar to post at times.There seemed to be acres of space between the United defenders, and the Hammers took great joy in shifting the ball from one side or another.Rangnick’s recent tendency to revert to a three man back-line to protect leads, suggests a lack of confidence in the formation, when opposing teams really ramp up the pressure in the closing stages.Perhaps, it is time for the German to re-consider some of his principals. HAVE YOUR SAY!

Can Ralf Rangnick steer Manchester United into the Champions League places? Comment belowHaving recovered from a chest injury, Maguire started his first Premier League match of the new year against Moyes’ men.Maguire did not feature in United’s matches against Wolves and Aston Villa and was a 71’st minute substitute in United’s victory against Brentford, where he was deployed in the middle of a three man defence.

Unfortunately, it was not a happy return to the starting eleven for the United skipper, as he seemed to lack that extra yard of pace needed to deal with West Ham’s intense counterattacks.Maguire was booked in the second half after he brought down Jarrod Bowen with a late sliding challenge, after the former Hull City ace nipped past him.The England international has been blighted by inconsistency this season, and with a World Cup on the horizon, the 28-year-old will be hoping he can rediscover his best form.