Welcome back, footy fanatics – this week’s edition is a roller‑coaster of panic, prudence and promise across the continent.United’s 3‑0 home

Welcome back, footy fanatics – this week’s edition is a roller‑coaster of panic, prudence and promise across the continent.United’s 3‑0 home loss – a symptom of Erik ten Hag’s deeper tactical dilemmaReports this week claim Manchester United were humbled 3‑0 at Old Trafford by Liverpool, a result that feels like a continuation of the defensive frailties exposed in their recent clash with a ten‑man City side. The NYTimes analysis from September 14 highlighted United’s habit of over‑committing full‑backs and leaving gaps between the back line and midfield, a pattern that Liverpool exploited with ruthless efficiency. Ten Hag’s side seemed to...