Man Utd lose victory, coach Erik ten Hag disciplines his students

"The problem for Man Utd is that we let loose a little early. I think that's happened a few games," coach Erik ten Hag said after Tottenham's draw with Man Utd. This was a match in which the Red Devils only got one point despite leading by 2 goals in the first half.

Man Utd did not lose, but the team's performance did not reassure the fans. Coach Erik ten Hag recognized the decline of the players. The Dutch coach said that the reason was not only the physical problem but also the determination of the Man Utd players was not maintained at a high level.

"Some players think 90% is enough. I understand they are not robots and get tired. However, they have to give their best in every match. That is the principle," said coach Erik ten Hag.

"We are very disappointed. After going 2-0 up, we could have made it 3-1 but we didn't. Man Utd didn't play well for 90 minutes. After the break and being 2-0 up, we should have scored more.

The players have to control the game, keep the ball and not give it to the opponent so easily. That's very clear. We need to block their crosses, be more proactive. Tottenham scored very easily."

Tottenham have been in poor form and have just appointed their second interim manager in a month since sacking Antonio Conte. Playing away from home, Man Utd started the match very well, leading 2-0 in the first half.

However, the visitors could not maintain their lead in the second half. They let Tottenham put pressure on them and turn the game around. Pedro Porro and Son Hung-min scored in turn to help the home team regain a point.

Drawing 2-2 with Tottenham, Man Utd is still in fourth place, 2 points behind Newcastle United but has played one match less than their opponent. The Red Devils are still 6 points ahead of Tottenham. Therefore, the position in the top 4 of coach Erik ten Hag's team is not shaken.

According to VTC