Manchester United face a crucial fortnight as the Premier League hits pause for the October international break.
Erik ten Hag's future remains the main topic of discussion at Old Trafford with the club's hierarchy expected to make a call on his status in the coming days.
A midweek draw at Porto in the UEFA Europa League was swiftly followed by a 0-0 EPL stalemate at Aston Villa in the two games tipped to decide Ten Hag's fate.
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Despite not scoring at Villa Park, United produced a resolute defensive display, led by veteran Jonny Evans who was recalled to the starting line up alongside Harry Maguire.
However, the lack of spark in attack was a major concern for the travelling United fans as they set an unwanted benchmark for the campaign.
As the full time whistle blew at Villa Park, United's xG was confirmed as 0.52, their lowest in league and European action in 2024/25 as per FotMob.
It is the first time, United have recorded under 1.0 xG in a Premier League game since their 1-0 home loss to Arsenal in May.
No goals against Unai Emery's hosts mean United have failed to score in their last three EPL games with just two points picked up.
The one positive from the stats came in United's defensive resilience, despite Maguire being forced off injured at half time.
Villa's own lack of goals meant United had an xG against of 0.88, which is their lowest in the Premier League this season, since the opening weekend win over Fulham.
