EPL: Omojuwa, Ahmad Speak on Possibility of Man United Winning Title
- Japheth Omojuwa commented on Manchester United's pressure in their title race assumption
- Benjamin Sesko's late equaliser saved Manchester United from defeat against West Ham on Tuesday, February 10
- Michael Carrick's tactical approach is believed to have restored confidence and led United to four consecutive victories
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London, United Kingdom - Popular public commentator, Japheth Omojuwa, has said the pressure of the "assumption" that Manchester United were actually in the title race "got to them."
Benjamin Sesko came off the bench to deny West Ham a vital win in their hunt for Premier League survival as his 96th-minute goal earned a 1-1 draw for Manchester United at the London Stadium.
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While West Ham cost the visitors a fifth straight win under Michael Carrick, Tomas Soucek's tap-in was not enough to move them level on points with 17th-place Nottingham Forest after Sesko's second injury-time goal in three substitute appearances.
Yet the last 25 days have given United fans a glimmer of hope. It is still faint, but it is there.
When Carrick appointed interim successor to Ruben Amorim, he knew that his first two games, Manchester City (Home), Arsenal (Away), were as tough as they come.
It does not feel as though Carrick has done anything spectacular from a tactical perspective, other than really hone in on the specific strengths of the players at his disposal. He has leaned into the Manchester United ‘DNA’ that has been the subject of much debate in recent months.
It has restored confidence and belief in the squad that had been missing for some time, ultimately leading to four consecutive victories, including wins over two of the best teams in England and Europe.
Omojuwa, Ahmad on Man United's title chances
Reacting after Manchester United drew West Ham in London, Omojuwa wrote on X:
"Man United believed they were actually in the title race. The pressure of that assumption got to them."
In the same vein, Bashir Ahmad, former special assistant on digital communications to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, posted on X:
"Honestly, I wanted Manchester United to win because I have been hoping to see them emerge as serious contenders for the league, especially since Manchester City don’t look capable of challenging Arsenal this season."
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Manchester United are currently fourth on the log with 45 points, 11 points behind league-leader Arsenal FC.
Expert lauds Manchester United spirit
Meanwhile, sports broadcaster Ruth Odunayo has heralded the spirit and togetherness of the Manchester United squad as a big reason for the club's recent form.
To secure a place in the Champions League, Odunayo urged Manchester United to maintain consistency with performances that reflect their potential.
She told Legit.ng:
"Form is one thing, but development-wise, I believe Man United, under Michael Carrick, want to play better. The coach wants his players to perform better in games. That should be the objective at a huge club like Man United, definitely, from now to the end. If results come, that's brilliant, because winning should be a habit."
Odunayo added:
"Their results lately have been good. Hopefully, they can make the performances more consistent and even better."
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Vicario speaks after loss at Man United
Legit.ng earlier reported that goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario delivered his honest verdict on Tottenham Hotspur’s relegation fears after their defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Speaking about the possibility of Tottenham being dragged into a relegation scrap, Vicario admitted results have not been good enough while also pointing to the demands placed on the squad.
Source: Legit.ng
