Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was pleased with his team’s performance despite losing two crucial points in a 0-0 draw with Newcastle United.
United had two golden chances towards the end to win it, but Fred and Marcus Rashford missed easy chances.
Newcastle were gritty and under pressure throughout the match, making it difficult for Ten Hag’s side to pass out from behind.
In his post-match interview, the Dutchman stated:
“I’m disappointed with the result, but I’m happy with the performance.”
“The pressing was good. We made them run.”
“They [Newcastle] They are one of the best physical teams, they had cramp. In the end, we break them, but we don’t kill them. We had the opportunities.”
Ten Hag: “I’m disappointed with the result, but I’m happy with the performance. The pressure was good. We made them run. They [Newcastle] They are one of the best physical teams, they had cramp. In the end we break them, but we don’t kill them. We had the chances.”
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“We have to cover four games in ten days. I want to keep the strikers fresh. There we have to rotate. Rashy didn’t have energy for the whole match, so we have to plan for it.”
Ten Hag: “We have to cover four games in ten days. I want to keep the strikers fresh. We have to rotate there. Rashy didn’t have energy for the whole game, so we have to plan for it.”
— utdreport (@utdreport) October 16, 2022
The United manager was not satisfied with the referee’s performance. Jadon Sancho fell in the opposite area before what seemed like a clear foul, which the referee did not grant.
Ten Hag said: “I have no comment on the referee’s performance.”
Ten Hag: “I have no comment on the referee’s performance.”
— utdreport (@utdreport) October 16, 2022
United’s next two Premier League games against Tottenham and Chelsea could be crucial.
Ten Hag expects his team to give it their all in what could be a decisive week for the season.
