article_snippet: Dave Sexton was in charge of United that day.
article_snippet: Dave Sexton sacking two years later in 1981 was attributed to the fact that Dave Sexton team were just too boring even though United had just ended the season with seven straight wins, typically six of his team by a one-goal margin.
article_snippet: Dave Sexton paid the price for failing to play the United way; a cavalier style built on width and speed and a commitment to attack and entertain the fans.
article_snippet: Dave Sexton was sacked as United manager in 1981 after failing to play the United way .