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Tag: Louis Van Gaal

1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona

1997–2000: Louis van Gaal and the ‘Dutchification’ of Barcelona

June 19, 2020 by Daniel Law

Daniel Law takes an in depth look at Spanish giants Barcelona and how their style of play evolved by following the successful Dutch model.

Where it all went wrong for Manchester United

Where it all went wrong for Manchester United

October 23, 2019 by Billy Brake

The causes of the current crisis at Old Trafford run deep and all lead back to Manchester United’s hasty sacking of Louis van Gaal, writes Billy Brake.

Beyond preseason, Andreas Pereira must stay true to his talents

Beyond preseason, Andreas Pereira must stay true to his talents

July 29, 2016 by Stefan Reyners

With fleeting glimpses of his talent in pre-season, Andreas Pereira must push on stay true to his talents, writes Stefan Reyners.

Is hating Manchester United finally back in fashion?

Is hating Manchester United finally back in fashion?

July 21, 2016 by Jason Coulter

With the arrival of Jose Mourinho and Zlatan Ibrahimović heralding a new, less traditional Manchester United, Jason Coulter asks whether hating The Red Devils is now back in fashion.

Manchester United - an enfeebled giant?

Manchester United – an enfeebled giant?

April 9, 2016 by Farzad Amirmahani

Farzad Amirmahani discusses the changes undergone at Manchester United since Sir Alex Ferguson stepped down as manager back in 2013.

Is it Manchester United's defence that makes their attack so boring?

Is it Manchester United’s defence that makes their attack so boring?

January 14, 2016 by Chris McMullan

Chris McMullan dissects some of Manchester United’s problems, and believes that they could be emanating from their backline.

Everybody needs a Mata

Everybody needs a Mata

October 17, 2015 by Maurice Brosnan

Maurice Brosnan discusses Juan Mata’s important to Manchester United under Louis van Gaal.

2015/16 could be a breakthrough season for Andreas Pereira at Manchester United

2015/16 could be a breakthrough season for Andreas Pereira at Manchester United

September 10, 2015 by Rich Lloyd

This season could offer a chance to breakthrough at Manchester United for Andreas Pereira, writes Rich Lloyd.

Will Nani finally live up to his potential at Fenerbahçe?

Will Nani finally live up to his potential at Fenerbahçe?

August 25, 2015 by Rich Lloyd

Despite not living up to expectations at Old Trafford, Nani has a chance to reignite his career at Fenerbahçe, writes Rich Lloyd.

Taking the temperature of Manchester United

Taking the temperature of Manchester United

August 24, 2015 by Ryan Collins

Ryan Collins discusses Manchester United’s evolution under Louis van Gaal as a number of key signings look to fit in.

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