There are plenty of ways to evaluate the current run of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Manchester United. One of them is by comparing it to his time with Cardiff City.
Many years before he took up the position of Man United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer joined Cardiff. The Bluebirds were in search of someone who could keep them in the Premier League and while the Norwegian was somewhat inexperienced, his tenure at Molde gave cause for optimism.
Ultimately, it didn’t work out, and the following stats show some worrying signs for the Old Trafford faithful.
The EPL struggles of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's last 10 games at Cardiff before sacking compared to Manchester United's recent 10 games.
— Jay™ (@jaymufc21) November 9, 2021
Sigh pic.twitter.com/wXHaQCRsIj
In his final ten games with Cardiff, Solskjaer won four, drew two and lost four. By comparison, he’s won three, drawn two and lost five of his last ten fixtures with the Red Devils. It is one of the worst runs of his tenure as United manager.
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The level of competition between the clubs was understandably different. Cardiff, by that stage, had dropped down to the Championship and were lingering around mid-table. In the present day, Manchester United are competing on two fronts in the Premier League and Champions League.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrXXl4a_qPcHow long did Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last at Cardiff?
Solskjaer began his reign at Cardiff in January 2014. In September 2014, just eight months later, he was relieved of his duties after only seven games of the Championship season.
By contrast, the 48-year-old has been in charge of Manchester United since December 2018. He’s heading towards his three-year anniversary as the boss and whether you like it or hate it, he appears to have the full backing of the board.
Three days after derby defeat, there are still no contacts between Manchester United board and other managers. No talks. ?? #MUFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 9, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjær still supported by main part of board members. Joel Glazer only one who can change the situation – but there’s still no signal. pic.twitter.com/0nxdW56KrJ
The international break gives him time to reset with a trip to Vicarage Road to face Watford awaiting him on November 20.
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