Manchester United’s ongoing struggles are attributed more to player selection and positioning than the tactical system employed by manager Ruben Amorim. Despite improvements in team compactness under the 3-4-2-1 formation, the team has repeatedly made critical errors in defense that lead to goals against them. Specific examples include Bruno Fernandes failing to track runs from opponents, contributing to goals conceded. This misalignment of players in their roles—like Fernandes being used as a central midfielder instead of a number 10—exacerbates the issues. The article stresses that until Amorim better utilizes his personnel within the system, the team is likely to continue facing difficulties, underscoring the importance of proper position assignment and individual awareness on the pitch.