Interesting, Dirk.

I wonder if this means diagonal switches of play?

I don't watch the EPL much unless two of the big teams play each other. I haven't watched Man U for ages.

Contrary to the perceived wisdom on KNVB coaching, man utd are playing more long ball under a clog than the sweaty socks.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/31365153

Long-ball Manchester United?
Season (manager) Long balls per game Premier League ranking
Source Opta

2013-14 (David Moyes)
16.4
18th

2012-13 (Sir Alex Ferguson)
18.8
17th

2014-15 (Louis van Gaal)
20.9
13th