HolmesfieldBlade
Active Member
With the new season now just 10 days away, I thought I’d look at how much Wilder has improved on his first season in divisions he’s managed, with previous clubs. This will debunk the second syndrome myth (if it hasn’t been already). it turns out - his first season almost always see’s a big increase in the win % over his first season.
Take his Championship record for instance:
2017/18 Championship
43%
2018/19 Championship
56%
So what would happen if Wilder continued this trend and improved on his first season managing in a division? Let’s find out! Disclaimer: This is purely a guess for entertainment, there’s no science behind it.
2019/20 Premier League
36%
Forthcoming season (predicted)
49%
You could argue that with COVID-19, restricted ability to sign top players within the division and lack of fans in the stadium the improvement we may see as United fans will be minimal... But I’m an optimist and believe that the players are improving every day under Wilder who actually coaches and improves players. Unlike many of his Premier League counterparts that can afford to buy ready-made superstars.
Here’s how this optimistic increase for the forthcoming 2020/21 matches would manifest itself over the season:
Predicted wins: 18
Predicted draws: 10
Predicted losses: 11
Points: 64 points
Wins: 49%
Finish: 5th
What do you think? Will we break into those European spots, or will the Premier League top 6 just be too strong this year?
Let me know down below...
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