A Premier League era is ending before our eyes
1 month, 1 week ago

A Premier League era is ending before our eyes

The Independent  

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Where does Erik ten Hag rank among Man United managers since Sir Alex Ferguson? From beating Man City in the FA Cup final to the humiliating 7-0 loss to Liverpool, the highs and lows of the now-sacked
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Where does Erik ten Hag rank among Man United managers since Sir Alex Ferguson? From beating Man City in the FA Cup final to the humiliating 7-0 loss to Liverpool, the highs and lows of the now-sacked

Daily Mail  

Erik ten Hag was given his marching orders earlier this week after two and a half years in charge at Old Trafford, paying the price for Man United's dismal start to the 2024-2025 Premier League campaign. Erik ten Hag was given his marching orders earlier this week after over two years in charge While the Red Devils have picked up …

Arsenal's grip on the Premier League remains tense as City's pressure mounts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Arsenal's grip on the Premier League remains tense as City's pressure mounts

Firstpost  

Arsenal remain in contention for the Premier League title despite a thrilling 2-2 draw against Manchester City, while Manchester United continue to struggle despite a valiant performance against West Ham. Tottenham Hotspur's inconsistent form continues to be a major concern, with the club yet to secure a win away from Arsenal, Everton and West Ham.

The stats that show this is the worst start to a Premier League season by the bottom clubs
2 months ago

The stats that show this is the worst start to a Premier League season by the bottom clubs

The Telegraph  

For the first time in the history of the English top flight, four teams have failed to win a single match in the opening eight weeks of a season. Wolves, Southampton, Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace are the Premier League’s flailing four, and they are already beginning to fall away from the rest of the division. Financial gap growing The …

Manchester United Bounce Back with Second-Half Comeback Against Brentford
2 months ago

Manchester United Bounce Back with Second-Half Comeback Against Brentford

ABP News  

Manchester United bounce back with a 2-1 win against Brentford, ending their winless run of 5 matches. Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund score the goals for the Red Devils, who take the lead in the second half through Bruno Fernandes's assist. The match ends with a 2-1 score, with Manchester United securing their second win at home this season.

Man United make their worst EVER start to a Premier League season after drawing 0-0 at Aston Villa
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Man United make their worst EVER start to a Premier League season after drawing 0-0 at Aston Villa

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have made their worst start to a league season in 35 years after Sunday's 0-0 draw with Aston Villa left them with just eight points from seven matches. This slow start to the 2024-25 campaign comes after United recorded their lowest finish in Premier League history last season, when Erik ten Hag's side ended up in eighth place. …

Man United players 'should be ASHAMED' after veteran, 36, earns man of the match, claims Dimitar Berbatov - as he insists Erik ten Hag criticism 'will only grow' after Aston Villa draw
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Man United players 'should be ASHAMED' after veteran, 36, earns man of the match, claims Dimitar Berbatov - as he insists Erik ten Hag criticism 'will only grow' after Aston Villa draw

Daily Mail  

Former striker Dimitar Berbatov has slammed Manchester United following their stalemate with Aston Villa. Erik ten Hag's side extended their winless run to five matches with a 0-0 draw against the in-form hosts at Villa Park. Dimitar Berbatov has slammed Manchester United following their stalemate with Aston Villa The former striker says United should be 'ashamed' after Jonny Evans was …

Man United have 'wasted' the season, with '£200m down the drain' - and Erik ten Hag ISN'T the main man to blame, says Jamie Carragher, as he names three questionable big-money buys
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Man United have 'wasted' the season, with '£200m down the drain' - and Erik ten Hag ISN'T the main man to blame, says Jamie Carragher, as he names three questionable big-money buys

Daily Mail  

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes Manchester United's decision to stick with Erik ten Hag in the summer will be 'the catalyst for another wasted campaign.' Jamie Carragher has taken a major swipe at Manchester United's hierarchy in a column Erik ten Hag is under the microscope after Manchester United's poor start to the season Carragher reserved plenty of criticism for …

How Erik ten Hag blew his second chance at Man Utd: a dressing room that believes he's on borrowed time, a ready-made replacement looming and the two crucial problems that were not fixed this summer
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How Erik ten Hag blew his second chance at Man Utd: a dressing room that believes he's on borrowed time, a ready-made replacement looming and the two crucial problems that were not fixed this summer

Daily Mail  

It was still dark when Erik ten Hag drove into Carrington on Monday morning with the storm clouds once again gathering over Manchester United's beleaguered manager. Sunday's 3-0 capitulation against Tottenham at Old Trafford has plunged Ten Hag back into crisis just six games into the new Premier League season. The storm clouds are gathering over Erik ten Hag after …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

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Daily Mail  

There's no such thing as a quiet season at Manchester United but this one has been especially eventful both on and off the field. Manchester United ended a turbulent campaign on a high note with their FA Cup success But that couldn't conceal what has been a miserable season for the most part at Old Trafford It remains to be …

Ten Hag faces Man Utd judgement day as Man City eye history in FA Cup final
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Ten Hag faces Man Utd judgement day as Man City eye history in FA Cup final

Hindustan Times  

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag hopes to bolster his chances of avoiding the sack by ruining Manchester City's history bid in the FA Cup final on Saturday. United left Wembley still optimistic about the future despite that defeat 12 months ago because Ten Hag had ended their six-year trophy drought by winning the League Cup earlier in the season. …

Man United finishes 8th for worst-ever Premier League season despite winning last game at Brighton
7 months ago

Man United finishes 8th for worst-ever Premier League season despite winning last game at Brighton

Associated Press  

BRIGHTON, England — Manchester United slumped to its worst-ever Premier League finish in eighth place and closed the campaign with a negative goal difference despite beating Brighton 2-0 away in their final game on Sunday. “We have the best fans in the world and I mean this,” said United manager Erik ten Hag, whose team has endured an injury-hit season. …

Premier League 2023-24: Arteta’s success with Arsenal could be a blueprint for Man United
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Premier League 2023-24: Arteta’s success with Arsenal could be a blueprint for Man United

The Hindu  

Two of England’s most storied football teams go head to head on Sunday with their paths heading in wildly different directions. But even victory against Manchester City in the final would not disguise his team’s woeful performance in the league, and at a time when new co-owner Jim Ratcliffe is overhauling the failing club. Lured from City in 2019, when …

Man United in crisis: transfers, tactics and takeover helped lead up to 4-0 humiliation at Palace
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Man United in crisis: transfers, tactics and takeover helped lead up to 4-0 humiliation at Palace

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A bad season just keeps on getting worse for Manchester United. United’s lowest finish in the Premier League era — which it long dominated, winning 13 titles under former manager Alex Ferguson — was seventh under David Moyes in 2013-14. INJURIES United’s substitutes’ bench against Palace included six teenagers and two goalkeepers, such is the level of …

Erik ten Hag is out of excuses – Manchester United are just a mid-table team
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Erik ten Hag is out of excuses – Manchester United are just a mid-table team

The Independent  

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Ten Hag under mounting pressure at Man Utd despite reaching FA Cup final
8 months ago

Ten Hag under mounting pressure at Man Utd despite reaching FA Cup final

Hindustan Times  

Manchester United have kept their season alive by reaching the FA Cup final for a second straight year but their chaotic display against Coventry leaves manager Erik ten Hag under intense pressure. Ten Hag admitted his team "got away with it" but denied it was an embarrassment, preferring instead to focus on the achievement of reaching the final against Pep …

Man United hasn’t learned how to close out games, Ten Hag says
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Man United hasn’t learned how to close out games, Ten Hag says

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Blowing late leads has become a hallmark of Manchester United’s season. United first gave away the lead in the 10th minute of stoppage time at Stamford Bridge and then the game a minute later — both goals coming from Cole Palmer. “We can beat the best teams in the Premier League,” Ten Hag said. We will keep …

REVEALED: Man United have lost half of their league games without attacking trio, as the staggering stats show just how crucial Erik ten Hag's top forwards are in the race for the Champions League
10 months ago

REVEALED: Man United have lost half of their league games without attacking trio, as the staggering stats show just how crucial Erik ten Hag's top forwards are in the race for the Champions League

Daily Mail  

CHRIS SUTTON: I wouldn't be getting the bunting out at Man United just yet - It's All Kicking Off podcast Statistics have revealed how vital Manchester United's best front three are Man United's best trio upfront are critical to ensuring they get the results needed to secure a Champions League place for next season. Manchester United beat Luton Town 2-1 …

After Champions League exit, Man United can turn attention to improving in Premier League: Ten Hag
1 year ago

After Champions League exit, Man United can turn attention to improving in Premier League: Ten Hag

The Hindu  

While Manchester United’s involvement in European competition came to a crashing end on Tuesday with its 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich, embattled manager Erik ten Hag said his team can now focus on improving its disappointing Premier League position. The three-time European champion needed both to beat Bayern in its Champions League group stage finale and have Copenhagen’s game against …

Erik ten Hag could pay the price for Manchester United’s incompetent Champions League campaign
1 year ago

Erik ten Hag could pay the price for Manchester United’s incompetent Champions League campaign

The Independent  

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Manchester United loses 1-0 to Bayern Munich and crashes out of the Champions League
1 year ago

Manchester United loses 1-0 to Bayern Munich and crashes out of the Champions League

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Jeers rang around Old Trafford on Tuesday as Manchester United suffered an embarrassingly early exit from the Champions League after a 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich. Kingsley Coman’s 70th-minute goal ended the three-time European Cup winners’ slim chances of advancing to the knockout stage and delivered a latest blow in an ever-worsening season for Erik ten Hag. …

Erik ten Hag reveals he was warned off 'impossible' Manchester United job, but he could not resist the challenge
1 year ago

Erik ten Hag reveals he was warned off 'impossible' Manchester United job, but he could not resist the challenge

Firstpost  

Manchester United beat Chelsea 2-1 at home on Wednesday, easing the pressure on their beleaguered boss, but have lost 10 out of their 22 games this season in all competitions. Erik ten Hag said he was warned off taking on the “impossible job” of Manchester United manager but admitted he could not resist the challenge at Old Trafford. Ten Hag …

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag named Premier League Manager of the Month for November 2023
1 year ago

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag named Premier League Manager of the Month for November 2023

India Today  

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been voted Barclays Premier League Manager of the Month for November 2023. Ten Hag's Manchester United had a 100 percent winning record and were the only team not to drop a point, earning victories in all three matches against Fulham, Luton Town and Everton. Ten Hag has come under intense scrutiny as a …

Erik ten Hag urges Manchester United's hierarchy to keep faith in him
1 year ago

Erik ten Hag urges Manchester United's hierarchy to keep faith in him

Firstpost  

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Ten Hag offers ‘no excuses’ for Manchester United’s worst Premier League start
1 year, 2 months ago

Ten Hag offers ‘no excuses’ for Manchester United’s worst Premier League start

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag said there can be no excuses for Manchester United’s worst-ever start to a Premier League season after a 1-0 defeat at home to Crystal Palace on Saturday. We have to do better than now.” United had been unbeaten in 31 home games prior to Brighton’s victory at Old Trafford two weeks ago. We have the abilities to …

Erik ten Hag loses signature strength as mediocre Manchester United’s revival proves a false dawn
1 year, 2 months ago

Erik ten Hag loses signature strength as mediocre Manchester United’s revival proves a false dawn

The Independent  

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UEFA Champions League: Pressure mounts on Man Utd boss Ten Hag as Bayern clash looms
1 year, 3 months ago

UEFA Champions League: Pressure mounts on Man Utd boss Ten Hag as Bayern clash looms

The Hindu  

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is starting to feel the heat from frustrated fans of the Red Devils after a disastrous start to the season has left hopes of Premier League glory already looking forlorn. For the first time in the Premier League era United has lost three of their opening five games and face a daunting task to …

Ten Hag denies Man United is in crisis after latest Premier League loss in troubled season
1 year, 3 months ago

Ten Hag denies Man United is in crisis after latest Premier League loss in troubled season

The Hindu  

Never before in the Premier League era had Manchester United lost three of its first five games at the start of a season. RELATED | Premier League: Man United humbled at home by Brighton “No,” was his response. Goals from Danny Welbeck, Pascal Gross and Joao Pedro secured Brighton’s fourth-straight win against United in the league, with Hannibal Mejbri scoring …

Premier League: Erik Ten Hag’s Man Utd faces nervy end to season as problems mount
1 year, 7 months ago

Premier League: Erik Ten Hag’s Man Utd faces nervy end to season as problems mount

The Hindu  

Manchester United’s season is at risk of imploding in spectacular style after it appeared to have turned the corner in Erik ten Hag’s first campaign as manager. Argentine World Cup winner Martinez ruled out for the season with a metatarsal injury, has added steel to United’s defence alongside the silky Varane, who could be back in action soon. Ten Hag …

Man City beats Sheff United to keep treble dream alive
1 year, 8 months ago

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Associated Press  

LONDON — In this kind of mood, it will take something special to halt Manchester City’s pursuit of the treble. Just days after Pep Guardiola’s team advanced to the Champions League semifinals, a place in the FA Cup final was secured by beating Sheffield United 3-0 at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, with Riyad Mahrez scoring a hat trick. I said …

Premier League: Manchester United is all finals in the run-in, says Erik ten Hag
1 year, 8 months ago

Premier League: Manchester United is all finals in the run-in, says Erik ten Hag

The Hindu  

With his Manchester United side still in the thick of three different races and in the midst of a gruelling stretch of games, manager Erik ten Hag says he will not prioritise one competition over another. “We approach this game by game, what can we do?” Ten Hag said after Sunday’s 2-0 Premier League victory over Nottingham Forest. We are …

.Premier League: Manchester United faces biggest title test against Liverpool
1 year, 9 months ago

.Premier League: Manchester United faces biggest title test against Liverpool

The Hindu  

One of English football’s biggest rivalries resumes at Anfield on Sunday with the tables turned. Having already played leading pair Arsenal and Manchester City home and away this season, a trip to Anfield represents the last major test of United’s credentials, even after Liverpool’s recent struggles for consistency. A Liverpool team that has already beaten City and Italian league leader …

‘Winning mentality back’, says Manchester United keeper David de Gea
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Winning mentality back’, says Manchester United keeper David de Gea

The Hindu  

The winning mentality is back at Manchester United after a near six-year trophy drought came to an end, says goalkeeper David de Gea. United’s clinical 2-0 win over Newcastle United in Sunday’s League Cup final at Wembley ensured manager Erik ten Hag will have delivered silverware in his first season. “It’s difficult to describe and I’m emotional because it’s been …

Manchester United vs Newcastle player ratings: Casemiro a class above; Almiron has stage fright
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United vs Newcastle player ratings: Casemiro a class above; Almiron has stage fright

The Telegraph  

Manchester United won the first of what many assume will be several trophies under Erik ten Hag thanks to a 2-0 win over Newcastle United at Wembley. A Casemiro header and a deflected Marcus Rashford strike were enough to secure the Old Trafford club's first bit of silverware for six years and left Eddie Howe's team still searching for their …

Premier league | Ten Hag given baptism of fire to Manchester United's new reality
2 years, 4 months ago

Premier league | Ten Hag given baptism of fire to Manchester United's new reality

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag expressed his surprise at seeing Manchester United capitulate to a 4-0 defeat at Brentford that leaves the Red Devils at the bottom of the Premier League for the first time in 30 years. Indeed United has conceded four or more goals seven times in the Premier League since the start of last season. Ten Hag’s predecessor Ralf …

Erik ten Hag and Steve McClaren attend Man United's final game
2 years, 7 months ago

Erik ten Hag and Steve McClaren attend Man United's final game

Daily Mail  

Erik ten Hag attended Manchester United's final game of the season against Crystal Palace ahead of taking the manager's job at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag travelled to Selhurst Park on Sunday to watch Manchester United play Ten Hag is set to replace Ralf Rangnick at United ahead of next season McClaren is returning for his second spell at the …

Pep Guardiola: ‘It’ll be another 90-plus points season’
3 years, 2 months ago

Pep Guardiola: ‘It’ll be another 90-plus points season’

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola is a legend at Manchester. The Cityzens won the Premier League title in 2018 and became the only Premier League side ever to secure 100 points in a single season. After oh-so-narrowly missing out on the title in 2019 — Liverpool finished on top — Guardiola’s men returned to the fore to bag their third Premier League title …

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