Clear warning for Amorim: Three lessons Man United must learn after Tottenham's statement 4-0 win

Manchester United are set to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday.

Tottenham head into the clash brimming with confidence after demolishing FC Copenhagen 4–0 in midweek, a statement performance that underlines their attacking power.

Given the stakes, this encounter feels like a genuine six-pointer.

United head coach Ruben Amorim will know he has plenty to learn from Spurs’ ruthless display and must make key tactical adjustments to counter their strengths.

Stop Micky Van de Ven

The Dutch defender has become a driving force from the back, bursting forward with pace and power.

United must block his progressive runs and deny him the space to carry the ball through midfield.

Van de Ven scored a sensational goal against Copenhagen yesterday.

The centre-back ran 80 yards with the ball, beating four players through his sheer determination and breakneck pace before finishing with aplomb.

He did something similar when United were hammered 3-0 by Spurs at Old Trafford last season.

He ran across the length of the pitch before getting into the box and crossing it for Brennan Johnson.

It is nearly impossible to match his sprinting speed and one of the United players must be ready to make a tactical foul if the need arises.

Press with intensity in midfield

United must suffocate Spurs with relentless pressure, forcing turnovers in dangerous areas.

Copenhagen’s downfall came from sitting too deep and allowing Spurs’ midfielders too much time on the ball. Chelsea showed the blueprint last weekend of how easily Tottenham’s midfield can be smothered after executing a planned high press.

Moises Caicedo repeatedly robbed the ball in dangerous zones, creating direct scoring opportunities. United need that same level of aggression and organisation.

Mason Mount could be recalled to the starting XI for Benjamin Sesko, considering the high work rate of the tenacious Englishman.

Restrict the freedom of Xavi Simons

Xavi Simons is Tottenham’s creative heartbeat in the absence of James Maddison. Give him time and space, and he will run the game.

The Red Devils must close him down quickly, preventing him from dictating the tempo and exploiting gaps between the lines.

The 22-year-old created four chances and earned an assist against Copenhagen. He also completed both his dribbles and was dispossessed only once.

If they manage to nullify Simons, Spurs will find it much harder to break through in the final third.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .