Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to see Rasmus Hojlund and Marcus Rashford kick on after both strikers scored in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham at Old Trafford. As Sir Jim Ratcliffe attended his first game since agreeing a partial takeover of the club, United were twice pegged back by goals from Richarlison and […]
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‘Hungry players’ key to a successful Manchester United says boss Erik ten Hag
Erik ten Hag says Manchester United will only succeed with “hungry players” after letting Jadon Sancho leave little more than a year after Cristiano Ronaldo’s high-profile departure. The Dutch coach was brought in 19 months ago to change things on and off the pitch at Old Trafford, where he has had to deal with a […]
Erik ten Hag says Manchester United must show clinical edge to beat Tottenham
Erik ten Hag says goal-shy Manchester United must show a clinical edge if they are to kickstart their Premier League campaign against Tottenham. This has been a bumpy second season in the hotseat for the Dutchman, whose side enter the weekend eighth in the standings having lost nine of their 20 Premier League games. That […]
‘Way to fumble the bag.’ Erik Spoelstra’s ex-wife breaks silence over his record contract
Keeping it classy. Erik Spoelstra’s ex-wife has responded to online critics who said that she missed out on some major coin in her divorce. On Tuesday, the Miami Heat coach, 53, signed a record, new eight-year contract extension to remain the team’s head in a deal worth roughly $120 million. It’s reportedly the biggest contract […]
Erik ten Hag opens up on ‘very positive’ first meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Erik ten Hag described his first meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe as “very positive” but admitted he still has much to learn about the billionaire’s plans for Manchester United. Ratcliffe’s Ineos group will assume control of footballing operations once his purchase of a 25 per cent stake in the club has been ratified in the […]
One thing is clear we are not consistent – Erik ten Hag urges Man Utd to improve
Under-fire Erik ten Hag says misfiring Manchester United have to “step up” and find a modicum of consistency after Nottingham Forest inflicted their 14th defeat of a chastening season. A year that began with positivity and silverware ended with the Red Devils under intense scrutiny given they are already out of Europe, the Carabao Cup […]
Erik ten Hag confident incoming INEOS can help Man Utd fulfil ‘high ambitions’
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is confident Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS Group want to work with him and believes the incoming minority owners can help the club fulfil their lofty ambitions. The Old Trafford giants announced on Christmas Eve that a long-awaited deal has been reached for boyhood fan Ratcliffe to buy a 25 […]
Erik ten Hag backs Rasmus Hojlund to go on Premier League scoring run
Erik ten Hag expects Rasmus Hojlund to keep scoring after Manchester United’s £72million man finally broke his Premier League duck to seal a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Aston Villa. United looked destined for a 14th defeat of the season in all competitions when Aston Villa scored twice in the space of six first-half minutes […]
Manchester United to consult Ineos on January transfers and Erik ten Hag future
Manchester United must consult with Ineos over any January transfer deals or a move to sack manager Erik ten Hag prior to the Premier League ratifying its deal to purchase 25 per cent of the club’s shares. United announced on Christmas Eve that an agreement had been reached with Ineos and its chairman Sir Jim […]
Erik ten Hag hopes for more consistency from Man Utd with returning players
Erik ten Hag hopes the return of key players in the coming weeks can help Manchester United deliver consistency after Tuesday’s stunning come-from-behind 3-2 win over Aston Villa promised to kick-start a new era at Old Trafford. All the familiar problems that had seen Ten Hag’s side go four games without a win or a […]
Erik Ten Hag adamant Manchester United remain a threat despite another blank
Erik Ten Hag insists Manchester United have goals in them despite drawing another blank in a dispiriting 2-0 defeat at West Ham. The Red Devils have now gone four matches in a row without scoring for the first time since 1992 after another limp display. But beleaguered boss Ten Hag said: “We have players who […]
Erik ten Hag ‘very proud’ after Manchester United stalemate at Liverpool
Erik ten Hag was proud of Manchester United’s dogged display in a hard-fought 0-0 draw at Anfield that ended with Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk claiming only one team tried to win. All eyes were on Anfield as the bitter rivals went toe-to-toe on Sunday, with Jurgen Klopp’s men looking to return to the Premier […]