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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was brutally trolled by Gary Lineker after the Red Devils suffered a shock loss to Bournemouth.
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Manchester United beaten 3-0 at home
Another embarrassing defeat for Ten Hag
Dutchman was named November’s Manager of the Month
WHAT HAPPENED?
Ten Hag was celebrating being named Premier League Manager of the Month on Friday but had little to cheer on Saturday as his Manchester United team were embarrassed at home by Bournemouth. The Cherries ran out deserved 3-0 winners to inflict a seventh Premier League defeat of the season on Manchester United. Lineker was quick to suggest the result could spell the end of the road for Ten Hag at Old Trafford despite his recent accolade.
WHAT LINEKER SAID
Lineker wrote on X: “Has anyone ever won manager of the month and lost their job in the same weekend?”
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Saturday’s result is another setback for United after a promising 2-1 win over Chelsea in midweek. The Dutchman is now facing a daunting run of fixtures, with Bayern Munich up next in a must-win Champions League clash. The Red Devils then head to Anfield to take on bitter rivals Liverpool in the Premier League. United will need no reminding they lost 7-0 to the Reds on Merseyside back in March, and will be without captain Bruno Fernandes for the match due to suspension.
DID YOU KNOW?
Manchester United have now lost more home Premier League matches since Sir Alex Ferguson retired than they did during his entire 21 seasons in charge.
WHAT NEXT FOR MAN UTD?
Ten Hag needs a quick response from his players ahead of Tuesday’s visit from Bayern. The Bavarians head to Old Trafford having already made it through to the last 16 but fresh from a dismal 5-1 thrashing by Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga. United must beat Bayern and hope Copenhagen and Galatasaray draw in the group’s other game to progress to the last 16.
Manchester United face multiple setback ahead of Liverpool clash
The road to Anfield for Manchester United next weekend could be a very long one following 2 back-to-back defeats in a week at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils now face a double blow after Tuesday night as they exited the Champions League following a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich at Old Trafford.
Manchester United is now compounded by injuries to key defenders Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw.
The match witnessed both defenders forced off the field due to injuries, significantly impacting United’s defensive setup. Maguire’s exit occurred in the first half after he pulled up with a groin problem, leading to Johnny Evans taking his place on the pitch.
Shaw, on the other hand, failed to make an appearance for the second half, reportedly sustaining a suspected hamstring injury that prompted his substitution.
In the aftermath of the match, United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, was approached for an initial evaluation of the injuries. Ten Hag responded, stating, “We have to wait 24 hours. And then an assessment and diagnosis. So we have to wait for it.”
The loss of Maguire and Shaw presents a substantial setback for Manchester United, particularly with a crucial Premier League fixture against Liverpool looming on the horizon.
The absence of these key defensive figures could pose significant challenges for the team as they
prepare for their upcoming league encounter at Anfield.
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Ahead of the clash with Bayern Munich, Manchester United fans are left to deal with Rio Ferdinand on social media and his defense of club manager, Erik ten Hag.
Rio Ferdinand’s recent social media post regarding manager Erik ten Hag sparked divided opinions among the Manchester United fan base.
The discussion arose amidst a turbulent week for Ten Hag and his squad, marked by controversies and fluctuating performances on the field.
The week began with the club barring several reporters from Ten Hag’s press conference due to alleged dressing room leaks. However, the team responded emphatically with a commendable 2-1 victory over Chelsea, led by Scott McTominay’s brace in a stellar performance.
Yet, the inconsistency plaguing United was evident in Saturday’s staggering 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth at Old Trafford. Defensive lapses and passing errors marred the game, allowing Andoni Iraola’s side to capitalize with well-executed goals.
The team’s erratic form has raised doubts not only about the players but also the manager, as United now finds themselves six points adrift from the top four spots and holding a negative goal difference.
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