Paul Scholes urges Michael Carrick to bench Man Utd star for City derby
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has criticised the team's tactical setup and called for Benjamin Sesko to start ahead of Matheus Cunha in the upcoming derby against Manchester City.
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Ahead of the highly anticipated Manchester derby, club legend Paul Scholes has delivered a stinging critique of Manchester United's recent form. Scholes expressed frustration with the team's lack of aggression and their tactical reliance on Matheus Cunha in the central forward role.
With Cunha, who traditionally operates on the flank, leading the line in recent fixtures, Scholes argued that the team is missing a focal point. He believes the manager, Michael Carrick, must restore Benjamin Sesko to the starting lineup. The young striker, who is recovering from a pre-season shin injury, recently proved his quality by heading in a goal during the draw against Everton.
It is very difficult to watch a Manchester United team without a centre forward. With Cunha, we don’t really know what he is, a No.10 or a wide player but he’s definitely not a No.9 and watching United without a No.9 is a struggle. Paul Scholes
The pressure is mounting as United prepare to face a dominant Manchester City side that has started their league campaign with three straight wins. Integrating Sesko, who maintained an impressive strike rate under Carrick last season, could be the key to fixing United's blunt central attack.
A midweek Champions League clash against Azerbaijani side Sabah FK offers a potential turning point. A strong performance in Europe could provide the necessary match fitness and confidence for Sesko to stake a definitive claim for a starting berth in Sunday's derby.