Erik Ten Hag, manager of Manchester United, has commented on the club’s recent 2-2 draw against their local rivals in a heated derby match. Ten Hag expressed mixed feelings about the outcome, admitting that while falling behind 2-0 was disappointing, he was proud of the team’s resilience and ability to fight back and score two great goals.
When asked about Marcus Rashford’s move to a striker, Ten Hag said he was pleased because it threw the opponent’s defense off and allowed for more attacking opportunities. Ten Hag also discussed Jadon Sancho’s return and recent performance, expressing his delight at seeing Sancho play with such confidence and belief.
Ten Hag admits that it is up to Sancho to keep up his high level of play and stay on track. He emphasized that the team is an excellent platform for Sancho to showcase his abilities and that it was wonderful to see him play with such freedom.
Ten Hag expressed disappointment that the team was not prepared for the opponent’s heavy start and quick pace during the derby match’s intense atmosphere. He apologized for not emphasizing the importance of being prepared but emphasized that the players must take responsibility and be disciplined in their play.
When asked about his coaching style, Ten Hag admitted that he becomes frustrated when his team fails to follow the rules and wins duels. He did, however, emphasize the importance of the players taking responsibility and focusing on their game rather than being distracted by the noise from the fans.
Overall, Ten Hag’s post-match remarks demonstrate his commitment to improving the team’s performance and his faith in their ability to succeed. While the outcome of the recent derby match was disappointing, he remains upbeat and focused on the future.
