Sesko Faces Finishing Challenges at Manchester United
Benjamin Sesko is facing significant challenges in front of goal since joining Manchester United. Despite being provided with ample chances, the young striker has struggled to convert them into goals. His recent performance against Leeds United highlights this ongoing issue, where he notably failed to score despite having the best opportunities of the match during the 1-1 draw.
Goalscoring Difficulties for Sesko
In the match against Leeds, Sesko experienced a frustrating day. He delayed his shot in the first half, which was blocked, and mistimed a header early in the second half. Furthermore, he side-footed a close-range shot wide of the post. These missed opportunities have contributed to an ongoing trend; Sesko has not scored a goal outside of the six-yard box in the Premier League.
- Matches played: 4
- Shots taken: 12
- Goals scored: 0
In the context of the league, he ranks among the top players for non-penalty expected goals per 90 minutes. Regrettably, he remains the only player in the top dozen to have not found the net. Four other players with similar shot counts have managed to score at least twice during this period.
Need for Improvement
Ruben Amorim, the manager, is under pressure to see Sesko deliver more, especially with key players like Amad Diallo sidelined due to international commitments. Moreover, Manchester United has endured a rocky stretch, winning only one of their last four matches.
Had the team secured victories against Wolves and Leeds, they would have positioned themselves in the fourth spot in the table. However, as it stands, they have missed opportunities that are becoming a recurring theme for Sesko.
After transferring from Leipzig, expectations were high for Sesko, who had previously posted impressive numbers in the Bundesliga. He scored 14 and 13 goals in his last two seasons, but his transition to the Premier League has been challenging, revealing limitations in his game.
Despite these hurdles, Sesko’s career is still young. He possesses the potential to improve and adapt. However, with each passing match, questions about his finishing ability grow louder.
