Janice R. Andrews
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag opened up about his team’s 1-1 draw with FC Twente in their Europa League opener. Despite starting strong at Old Trafford with Christian Eriksen’s impressive first-half goal, United couldn’t maintain their lead, leaving fans frustrated.
A Promising Start
Christian Eriksen put United ahead in the 35th minute with a stunning strike, raising hopes for a comfortable win. However, FC Twente’s defense stayed solid, and United struggled to find that final spark in the second half. Their lack of urgency allowed Twente to capitalize, and Sam Lammers punished a defensive lapse to equalize.
Ten Hag’s Reflections
After the match, Erik ten Hag didn’t shy away from addressing the team’s inconsistencies. “We had good moments but lacked consistency,” he said. “At 1-0, we were in control, but we let them stay in the game.”
Ten Hag acknowledged both the players and his own role in the result, emphasizing the need for improvement: “It’s not just the players, I need to reflect as well. We have to be more clinical in front of goal.”
What’s Next for United?
This draw extends United’s poor form in Europe, with only one win in their last nine games. As other teams in the group prepare for their matches, the pressure builds for United to bounce back quickly.
United will need to sharpen their focus in upcoming matches if they want to progress in the competition.
