UEL Semi-Final First Leg in Stats: 03052024
Possession and Territory
Manchester United dominated possession in the first leg of their UEL semi-final clash against Atalanta, enjoying 62% of the ball. However, the Italian side made the most of their limited possession, completing 87% of their passes compared to United's 82%.
In terms of territory, United were also dominant, winning 58% of the duels and completing 63% of their tackles. However, Atalanta were dangerous on the counter-attack, completing 44% of their dribbles compared to United's 33%.
Attacking Stats
United created more chances than Atalanta in the first leg, with 15 shots to Atalanta's 9. However, Atalanta had a better shot accuracy, with 6 of their shots on target compared to United's 5.
United's best chance of the game came in the first half when Marcus Rashford hit the post. Atalanta also had a good chance to score in the second half, but Duvan Zapata's header was saved by David de Gea.
Defensive Stats
Both teams defended well in the first leg, with neither side able to find a breakthrough. United made 16 clearances to Atalanta's 14, and both teams made 11 interceptions.
However, Atalanta did commit more fouls than United, with 15 fouls to United's 10. This indiscipline could prove costly in the second leg.
Conclusion
The first leg of the UEL semi-final between Manchester United and Atalanta was a closely contested affair, with both teams having chances to win. United will be slight favorites to progress to the final, but Atalanta will be hoping to cause an upset in the second leg.
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