Set Piece Security in Peril as Manchester United's Achilles' Heel Exposed The opening day of the Premier League season has delivered a stark reminder that some problems require more than just short term fixes.
Michael Carrick's Manchester United side, praised for their defensive improvement since his appointment, were humiliated by Hull City in a 2 0 defeat marred by set piece vulnerability.
This is not a new issue for United, nor is it exclusive to them. The Premier League has long been plagued by an alarming susceptibility to corners and free kicks.