Manchester United: 5 keys to victory vs. Manchester City

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 31: Jose Mourinho the manager of Manchester United on the touch line during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Swansea City at Old Trafford on March 31, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 31: Jose Mourinho the manager of Manchester United on the touch line during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Swansea City at Old Trafford on March 31, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)
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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 31: Romelu Lukaku of Manchester United controls the ball during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Swansea City at Old Trafford on March 31, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 31: Romelu Lukaku of Manchester United controls the ball during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Swansea City at Old Trafford on March 31, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

2. Manchester United must register shots on goal.

If Manchester United dominates possession in the match, they can certainly get shots on goal. With Romelu Lukaku up top, anything can happen.

Lukaku finds ways to score, even when it proves to be a difficult task. Now, City’s goalkeeper, Ederson, is among one of the best in the league. Even if United cannot score, it is important that shots are registered on the net. When there are more shots taken, there is a possibility for more goals.

While United MUST get shots on goal, they could have a difficult time getting past Manchester City’s defense. This key is not an easy one, but it is certainly a necessary one.