Premier League: Losing 3 from first 5 matches bothers me, says Manchester United supervisor Erik ten Hag

Manchester United’s supervisor, Erik ten Hag, has expressed his concern over the group’s efficiency after struggling three losses of their first 5 matches of the season. This is the primary time because the 1989-90 season that the membership has skilled such a poor begin, leaving them in a disappointing thirteenth place within the Premier League desk.

The newest setback got here on Saturday when Brighton & Hove Albion comfortably defeated United 3-1 at Old Trafford. The defeat was significantly bitter because it marked the third loss for United within the present league marketing campaign. Danny Welbeck, a former United participant, opened the scoring for Brighton within the twentieth minute. The guests then prolonged their lead with objectives from Pascal Gross and Joao Pedro, regardless of a late comfort purpose from United’s substitute Hannibal Mejbri.

Rasmus Hojlund, United’s high-profile signing, thought he had equalised earlier than half-time, however his purpose was disallowed because of the ball being out of play when Marcus Rashford made the help.

Reflecting on the group’s efficiency, Ten Hag stated, “Definitely that (losing three from five for the first time in Premier League history) is something that bothers me, but also I have to see the way we play.”

He emphasised the necessity for character and unity inside the group, expressing his disappointment and annoyance on the present state of affairs. However, he remained optimistic about turning issues round, stating, “We will turn this. There is a demand on us.”

After one other tumultuous week off the pitch for Manchester United, the membership wanted the gamers to carry their supporters. United have been rocked by 2 controversies within the final two weeks. First Antony was faraway from Brazil squad over allegations of assault after which it was Jadon Sancho who fell out with supervisor Erik ten Hag.

Brighton capitalised on that VAR reprieve as advantageous objectives from Pascal Gross early within the second half and a Joao Pedro strike introduced groans of dismay throughout Old Trafford.

Substitute Hannibal Mejbri did get one again for the hosts with 18 minutes left however Brighton held on comfortably to maneuver as much as third on 12 factors.

Edited By:

Kingshuk Kusari

Published On:

Sep 17, 2023