Man utd better under mourinho than van gaal neville
A contentious topic!
While opinions may vary, here's a breakdown of Manchester United's performance under José Mourinho and Louis van Gaal, with some insights from Gary Neville's perspective:
Under Louis van Gaal (2014-2016)
- Van Gaal's tenure was marked by a defensive-minded approach, which led to a significant decrease in goals scored and an increase in goals conceded.
- United finished 4th in the Premier League in his first season, but the team's style of play was criticized for being dull and unattractive.
- In his second season, United finished 5th, and the team's performance was often described as "boring" and "negative."
- Van Gaal was sacked in May 2016, with the team's performance and morale in decline.
Under José Mourinho (2016-2018)
- Mourinho's arrival was seen as a breath of fresh air, as he brought a more attacking and aggressive style of play to the team.
- United finished 6th in his first season, but the team's performance improved significantly in his second season, with a 2nd-place finish in the Premier League.
- Mourinho's teams are known for their defensive solidity, and United's defense improved significantly under his management.
- However, Mourinho's tactics were also criticized for being overly defensive and negative at times, particularly in big games.
Gary Neville's perspective
Gary Neville, a former Manchester United player and current TV pundit, has been critical of both managers. However, he has been more vocal in his criticism of Van Gaal's tactics and approach.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Neville said: "I think Van Gaal was a disaster for Manchester United. He was a disaster for the club. He was a disaster for the players. He was a disaster for the fans."
Neville has also been critical of Mourinho's tactics, particularly in big games. He has said that Mourinho's teams often become too defensive and negative, which can lead to a lack of creativity and attacking flair.
In conclusion, while both managers had their strengths and weaknesses, it's fair to say that Manchester United performed better under Mourinho than Van Gaal. Mourinho's teams were more attacking and exciting, and the team's performance improved significantly under his management. However, Neville's criticism of both managers highlights the challenges that come with managing a big club like Manchester United.