He was the main reason why Iwobi scored that late goal against us,I promise myself that he will not be anywhere my next match day squad’: Erik Ten Hag says £60m star who costed Man United the three points at Old Trafford is set to be bench this weekend

 

Erik ten Hag and Manchester United are regretting a poor performance over the weekend that brought an end to the team’s undefeated streak in 2024.

Manchester United’s performance this season has revealed that Old Trafford is not a stronghold.

United suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Fulham.

United scored an equalizing goal by Harry Maguire in the 89th minute but were then caught out as Fulham’s Alex Iwobi scored a deciding goal in stoppage time.

Erik ten Hag attributes the error to an individual mistake.
It is common in late-game situations to push players forward in an attempt to score a decisive goal, but this strategy might leave your team vulnerable defensively as players may be pulled out of their positions.

After the game, Erik ten Hag mentioned that there was a Manchester United player he believed was playing in the wrong position, resulting in Fulham’s goal.

Ten Hag was frustrated at United’s missed opportunity to trap Fulham, which enabled Fulham to launch an offensive.

He refrained from disclosing names since it would be unfair to do so, and hence we will not engage in speculation about their identities

Ten Hag said, through MUTV: “The situation arises from a throw-in near the corner, and it should not occur.”

“We have them in a vulnerable position, but one player is out of position.” As a team, we need to ensure that everyone is in the correct position.

“We are experienced players.” We allowed them to flee, which could have been prevented. It is impossible for this to occur while the opponent has a throw-in.

Manchester United requires leaders.
Ten Hag emphasized that although one player was playing in the wrong position, that person should not be solely blamed.

He emphasized that it was the team’s duty to handle the situation and make sure everyone was in the correct position.

At this point, it is essential for not only the captain but all of the team’s leaders to take action. Without Casemiro, Luke Shaw, and Lisandro Martinez due to injury, there is concern about whether Manchester United possesses sufficient strong personalities in the team.

United fans were dissatisfied with the performance, and even a late victory for the Red Devils would have concealed a dreadful showing.