Community Shield is a perfect restart opportunity – except Man United face all the same old issues
5 months ago

Community Shield is a perfect restart opportunity – except Man United face all the same old issues

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ten Hag had hoped that injuries would be consigned to last season but Leny Yoro seemed to exhibit the characteristics of a 2023-24 United centre-back by promptly getting injured: the £52m teenager’s debut will be delayed for three months. A first window under the co-ownership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos has brought the arrivals of chief executive Omar Berrada and sporting director Dan Ashworth, defender Yoro and striker Joshua Zirkzee, a new coaching team around Ten Hag in Rene Hake, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Andreas Georgson and Jelle ten Rouwelaar. open image in gallery Jadon Sancho could have a crucial role to play after returning to Manchester United “We know he’s a high-class player and just bringing his skills in,” said Ten Hag. A reason why United’s FA Cup win was so notable, beyond the backdrop of uncertainty about Ten Hag’s future as United spoke to other managers, was that Pep Guardiola almost always wins finals.

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Inside how time finally ran out for dead man walking Erik ten Hag - just 116 days after Man United's Ibiza summit, writes CHRIS WHEELER
2 months, 1 week ago

Inside how time finally ran out for dead man walking Erik ten Hag - just 116 days after Man United's Ibiza summit, writes CHRIS WHEELER

Daily Mail  

He was the man with a plan. But it wasn’t just the stats that counted against Ten Hag with United once again posting a negative goal difference after finishing in their lowest-ever Premier League position last season. United's FA Cup victory was seen as the reason Ten Hag kept his job, despite guiding the Red Devils to their worst finish …

Manchester United’s missing piece exposed as Manchester City end Community Shield streak
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Manchester United’s missing piece exposed as Manchester City end Community Shield streak

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. There was a starring role for Ederson who, with City behind in …

Jonny misses from the spot as City beat United to Community Shield title
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Jonny misses from the spot as City beat United to Community Shield title

The Independent  

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Manchester City win Community Shield after beating Manchester United on penalties
5 months ago

Manchester City win Community Shield after beating Manchester United on penalties

India Today  

Premier League champions Manchester City beat FA Cup winners Manchester United 7-6 on penalties to win the Community Shield at Wembley on Saturday after the traditional season curtain-raiser finished level at 1-1. Erik ten Hag's side looked on course to repeat their shock victory over City in the FA Cup final when Alejandro Garnacho put United ahead after 82 minutes, …

Community Shield kick off time is confirmed as Manchester United prepare to face Manchester City in season curtain-raiser in repeat of FA Cup final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Community Shield kick off time is confirmed as Manchester United prepare to face Manchester City in season curtain-raiser in repeat of FA Cup final

Daily Mail  

The 2024 Community Shield will kick off at 3pm on Saturday, August 10, as the countdown continues to the new campaign. Manchester United are set to meet arch-rivals Manchester City in the traditional season curtain-raiser after Erik ten Hag's side beat City in the FA Cup final. City have a bizarrely poor recent record in the Community Shield after losing …

Inside the four-hour Ibiza summit where Man United told Erik ten Hag he WOULDN'T be sacked… as we reveal why his players make buzzing bee noises behind his back
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Inside the four-hour Ibiza summit where Man United told Erik ten Hag he WOULDN'T be sacked… as we reveal why his players make buzzing bee noises behind his back

Daily Mail  

Unsurprisingly for a flight to Ibiza on a Tuesday in June, most of those onboard were eyeing up a week of partying into the early hours. Their mission was to meet Erik ten Hag, currently holidaying in the Balearics following a long and often miserable season, and discuss the future of Manchester United. Erik ten Hag will remain as Manchester …

Erik ten Hag faces prolonged wait over Manchester United future despite FA Cup win
7 months, 1 week ago

Erik ten Hag faces prolonged wait over Manchester United future despite FA Cup win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Erik ten Hag faces an extended wait to …

Players United behind Ten Hag after victory in Mainoo event
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Players United behind Ten Hag after victory in Mainoo event

China Daily  

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes prepares to hoist the trophy after winning the FA Cup at Wembley, London, on Saturday. United's 2-1 win deprived crosstown rival City of achieving the first back-to-back English league-FA Cup double. ACTION IMAGES/REUTERS LONDON — If this was Erik ten Hag's final game in charge of Manchester United, it was a sensational way to go …

Players United behind Ten Hag after victory in Mainoo event
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Players United behind Ten Hag after victory in Mainoo event

China Daily  

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes prepares to hoist the trophy after winning the FA Cup at Wembley, London, on Saturday. United's 2-1 win deprived crosstown rival City of achieving the first back-to-back English league-FA Cup double. ACTION IMAGES/REUTERS LONDON — If this was Erik ten Hag's final game in charge of Manchester United, it was a sensational way to go …

Jonny Evans hopes Man Utd do not sack Erik ten Hag after FA Cup glory
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Jonny Evans hopes Man Utd do not sack Erik ten Hag after FA Cup glory

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jonny Evans hopes Manchester United do not sack …

Erik ten Hag belatedly produces a tactical masterclass to land FA Cup - and make it harder to sack him
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Erik ten Hag belatedly produces a tactical masterclass to land FA Cup - and make it harder to sack him

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Erik ten Hag came dressed for his own funeral, his dark suit …

Manchester United win the FA Cup! 'Dead man walking' manager Erik ten Hag defies the odds as Prince William watches teenagers Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo score to down Man City at Wembley
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester United win the FA Cup! 'Dead man walking' manager Erik ten Hag defies the odds as Prince William watches teenagers Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo score to down Man City at Wembley

Daily Mail  

Man United have won the FA Cup after beating arch-rivals Man City 2-1 in the final at Wembley. Manchester United won the FA Cup after beating rivals Man City 2-1 at Wembley on Saturday Erik ten Hag's future dominated the pre-match discussion but he still celebrated at full-time Goals from United youngsters Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho secured the 2-1 …

Ten Hag defiant on his future after Man United stuns Man City in the FA Cup final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag defiant on his future after Man United stuns Man City in the FA Cup final

Associated Press  

LONDON — If this was Erik ten Hag’s final game in charge of Manchester United, it was a sensational way to go out. Against the backdrop of intense speculation that he is about to be fired, Ten Hag and United stunned defending champion Manchester City 2-1 to lift the FA Cup at Wembley on Saturday. There’s widespread anticipation that Ten …

Ten Hag faces Man Utd judgement day as Man City eye history in FA Cup final
7 months, 2 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. …

Ten Hag vows to save Manchester United project by winning FA Cup
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag vows to save Manchester United project by winning FA Cup

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag has vowed to win the FA Cup and carry on with his Manchester United project as the under-fire boss prepares for Saturday’s final against Manchester City. Ten Hag is battling to save his job amid mounting speculation that United’s new co-owner Jim Ratcliffe plans to axe him after a turbulent season. READ | Injured Man United defender …

Ten Hag brands reaction to cup win a 'disgrace'
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag brands reaction to cup win a 'disgrace'

China Daily  

Manchester United's Dutch manager Erik ten Hag looks on during the English FA Cup semi-final football match between Coventry City and Manchester United at Wembley Stadium in north west London on April 21, 2024. Erik ten Hag says the media reaction to Manchester United's performance in the FA Cup semifinal against Coventry was "a disgrace", robustly defending his side's achievement …

Ten Hag comes out fighting and calls reactions to Man United’s FA Cup semifinal win ‘a disgrace’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag comes out fighting and calls reactions to Man United’s FA Cup semifinal win ‘a disgrace’

The Hindu  

After limping into the FA Cup final, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag came out fighting on Tuesday. It was that record that convinced United he was the right candidate to turn the club’s fortunes around after years of decline since former manager Alex Ferguson retired in 2013. Ten Hag won the English League Cup in his first season with …

Ten Hag says reaction to Man Utd FA Cup win a 'disgrace'
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Hag says reaction to Man Utd FA Cup win a 'disgrace'

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Erik ten Hag says the media reaction to Manchester United's performance in the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry was "a disgrace", robustly defending his side's achievement in reaching a second straight final. But Ten Hag was in defiant mood on the eve of United's Premier League match against bottom side Sheffield United on Wednesday. "We have to win every …

Ten Hag under mounting pressure at Man Utd despite reaching FA Cup final
8 months, 2 weeks 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 …

A Manchester United comeback in 'Fergie Time'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

A Manchester United comeback in 'Fergie Time'

Hindustan Times  

Tears of joy from a boy in the red beanie, flashed across television screens just long enough for it to be amplified on social media, said it all. Clips on X of Diogo Dalot entering the players’ tunnel thumping the board that said “Manchester United”, Bruno Fernandes leaving the pitch his left arm raised, Raphael Varane pumping his arms at …

Manchester United’s epic FA Cup comeback rewrites Jurgen Klopp’s farewell story
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester United’s epic FA Cup comeback rewrites Jurgen Klopp’s farewell story

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Amad Diallo fires home Manchester United’s late, late …

Dalot, Fernandes goals put Manchester United into FA Cup fourth round
1 year ago

Dalot, Fernandes goals put Manchester United into FA Cup fourth round

The Hindu  

Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot and Bruno Fernandes, with a penalty, secured a 2-0 win at Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup fourth round on a bitterly cold night at DW Stadium on Monday. That is what I said in the dressing room ‘job done,’” United manager Erik ten Hag told ITV. Ten Hag’s side comfortably avoided an eighth defeat in …

Erik ten Hag is taking the FA Cup 'seriously' despite having 'so many injuries' and targets another trip to Wembley after heartbreak last time... while Roy Keane slates Rasmus Hojlund for lackluster p
1 year ago

Erik ten Hag is taking the FA Cup 'seriously' despite having 'so many injuries' and targets another trip to Wembley after heartbreak last time... while Roy Keane slates Rasmus Hojlund for lackluster p

Daily Mail  

Erik ten Hag set his sights on a return to Wembley in the FA Cup after Manchester United held off the challenge of Wigan Athletic to reach the fourth round on Monday night. Erik ten Hag set his sights on a return to Wembley in the FA Cup after United beat Wigan Diogo Dalot and Bruno Fernandes both scored to …

Wigan Athletic 0-2 Manchester United: Erik ten Hag avoids more difficult questions as the Red Devils keep alive their only chance of a trophy with 2-0 FA Cup win at League One Wigan
1 year ago

Wigan Athletic 0-2 Manchester United: Erik ten Hag avoids more difficult questions as the Red Devils keep alive their only chance of a trophy with 2-0 FA Cup win at League One Wigan

Daily Mail  

Manchester United brought so many supporters to the DW Stadium that they occupied the whole of one side of the ground. Manchester United beat Wigan Athletic 2-0 in their FA Cup clash on Monday evening As a result, Man United have secured their place in the fourth round of the competition It was Diogo Dalot who opened the scoring for …

Erik Ten Hag Urges Manchester United To 'Stick Together' After Recent Slump
1 year ago

Erik Ten Hag Urges Manchester United To 'Stick Together' After Recent Slump

News 18  

Erik ten Hag pleaded with his Manchester United flops to “stick together” and keep calm after their dismal season hit a new low in Saturday’s 2-0 defeat against West Ham. Amid recent reports that United’s players have lost faith in Ten Hag due to their manager’s hardline personality, the Dutch coach urged his squad to stay unified as the crisis …

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 …

FA Cup final reveals key summer questions for Manchester United
1 year, 7 months ago

FA Cup final reveals key summer questions for Manchester United

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As Erik ten Hag insisted that the FA …

Ten Hag’s United ‘broken’ after FA Cup final loss to Manchester City
1 year, 7 months ago

Ten Hag’s United ‘broken’ after FA Cup final loss to Manchester City

The Hindu  

Losing the FA Cup final to rival Manchester City was not the season finale Manchester United had dreamed of, and manager Erik ten Hag said his team was broken after its 2-1 defeat on Saturday. But I am proud of my team.” United captured the Carabao Cup in late February and at one point was flirting with the Premier League …

David James predicts winner of FA Cup final, identifies replacement for Manchester United superstar in post-Ronaldo era
1 year, 7 months ago

David James predicts winner of FA Cup final, identifies replacement for Manchester United superstar in post-Ronaldo era

Hindustan Times  

In a season where Manchester United's 'prodigal son' Cristiano Ronaldo failed to grab a major trophy after ending his loveless marriage with the Red Devils, Erik ten Hag propelled his club to the English League Cup glory before the Old Trafford stalwarts punched their tickets for a blockbuster encounter with bitter-rivals Manchester City in the Football Association Challenge Cup final. …

Manchester United faces Antony fitness blow ahead of FA Cup final
1 year, 7 months ago

Manchester United faces Antony fitness blow ahead of FA Cup final

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag fears Manchester United forward Antony is “unlikely” to recover from injury in time for Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City. United boss Ten Hag had hoped the Brazilian could return to face treble-chasing City in the first all-Manchester FA Cup final. “We have a good squad and from that good squad we make a good team.” …

Ten Hag issues FA Cup final rallying cry to Man Utd faithful
1 year, 7 months ago

Ten Hag issues FA Cup final rallying cry to Man Utd faithful

The Hindu  

Erik ten Hag told a raucous Old Trafford that Manchester United have a “really good chance” of winning the FA Cup and ending local rival Manchester City’s bid for a treble. Ten Hag has already become something of a hero to United fans after guiding the club to a League Cup final win over Newcastle in February, a success that …

FA Cup final: Man United manager Ten Hag faces ultimate test against City
1 year, 8 months ago

FA Cup final: Man United manager Ten Hag faces ultimate test against City

The Hindu  

Year-end exams don’t come much tougher than the one facing Erik Ten Hag and Manchester United. A win on June 3 would not only secure a second trophy for Ten Hag — after the League Cup — but also serve as a statement of intent that he is building a team ready to go head-to-head with City, perhaps as soon …

Erik Ten Hag pleased with United response in FA Cup semifinal win
1 year, 8 months ago

Erik Ten Hag pleased with United response in FA Cup semifinal win

The Hindu  

Manchester United bounced back from a difficult week with a 7-6 shootout win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday that booked an FA Cup final spot to the relief of manager Erik ten Hag. “He is quite cool when it comes to penalties and he’s quite cool in general,” Ten Hag said of Lindelof. We bounced back today though.” …

Manchester United attempts reset after mauling by Liverpool
1 year, 10 months ago

Manchester United attempts reset after mauling by Liverpool

The Hindu  

Manchester United’s embarrassing 7-0 mauling by Liverpool was a brutal reality check for Erik ten Hag’s improving side but the manager has urged his men to bounce back this week. The debacle at Anfield was a new low but Ten Hag urged his team to use it as motivation for the rest of the season, starting in Thursday’s Europa League …

Manchester United: 10 problems Erik ten Hag MUST fix after a disastrous start in the Premier League
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United: 10 problems Erik ten Hag MUST fix after a disastrous start in the Premier League

Daily Mail  

If Erik ten Hag had any doubts about the magnitude of the task facing him at Manchester United, they quickly dissipated in the space of 10 minutes on Sunday afternoon. Moreover, there are plenty of high-profile ex-players and pundits in the media willing to pour scorn on the club's situation - meaning the pressure is on Ten Hag to sort …

FA Community Shield Preview: Leicester City the underdogs again in a tale of two Cities
3 years, 5 months ago

FA Community Shield Preview: Leicester City the underdogs again in a tale of two Cities

The Hindu  

Leicester City could be facing the Premier League's first 100 million pound player when it meets Manchester City in Saturday's Community Shield at Wembley but that will just be added motivation for manager Brendan Rodgers. Media reports have suggested Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola could give England playmaker Jack Grealish, a first outing in the curtain-raiser to the season. Leicester's …

Community Shield win is perfect preparation for Liverpool rivalry, says Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola
5 years, 5 months ago

Community Shield win is perfect preparation for Liverpool rivalry, says Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola

Firstpost  

Liverpool could have beaten Manchester City in normal time, leaving Pep Guardiola to admit the Reds will again present the main obstacle to his club’s ambitions. London: Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City’s Community Shield triumph against Liverpool was the perfect preparation ahead of this season’s duel for supremacy between the Premier League rivals. Sunday’s prestigious friendly at Wembley showed there …

Community Shield 2019: Manchester City beat Liverpool via penalty shoot-out to clinch first title of season
5 years, 5 months ago

Community Shield 2019: Manchester City beat Liverpool via penalty shoot-out to clinch first title of season

Firstpost  

Manchester City fired the first shot in their battle for supremacy with rivals Liverpool as they snatched the Community Shield with a 5-4 penalty shoot-out win. London: Manchester City fired the first shot in their battle for supremacy with rivals Liverpool on Sunday as they snatched the Community Shield with a 5-4 penalty shoot-out win after a 1-1 draw at …

Community Shield: Manchester City beat Liverpool on penalties to start on high note
5 years, 5 months ago

Community Shield: Manchester City beat Liverpool on penalties to start on high note

India TV News  

After completing a clean sweep of domestic trophies last season, Manchester City opened the new campaign by lifting the Community Shield following a shootout victory over Liverpool on Sunday. City netted all five penalties — the last by Gabriel Jesus — and goalkeeper Claudio Bravo made a key save to deny Georginio Wijnaldum's attempt in a 5-4 shootout win after …

Wijnaldum miss settles tense Community Shield
5 years, 5 months ago

Wijnaldum miss settles tense Community Shield

The Hindu  

Manchester City won the Community Shield for the second year in a row after a 5-4 penalty shoot-out defeat of Liverpool following a 1-1 draw at Wembley. The blow of losing Sane just 11 minutes in was quickly forgotten as City made the most of the resulting free-kick, Liverpool's offside trap all over the place as David Silva flicked Kevin …

Manchester City win Community Shield after beating Liverpool on penalties
5 years, 5 months ago

Manchester City win Community Shield after beating Liverpool on penalties

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It was Manchester City that held their nerve in the shoot-out, however, …

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