Manchester United's Goal-Scoring Woes Hinder Premier League Aspirations

Despite creating numerous chances, Erik ten Hag's squad struggles to convert opportunities, continuing a decade-long trend of attacking inefficiency.

Manchester United have scored only five goals in their first five Premier League games, outscoring just three teams in the league.
Under Erik ten Hag, United has consistently underperformed their expected goals (xG) for three seasons, highlighting a persistent issue with finishing.
The club's recruitment strategy has failed to secure a reliable goal scorer, with recent signings like Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Højlund struggling to make an impact.
Historical comparisons show a stark decline in goal-scoring prowess since Sir Alex Ferguson's era, where strikers regularly hit 20+ goals per season.
United's inability to convert chances into goals has left them in 11th place, already falling behind in the race for Champions League qualification.