Ahead of Liverpool, Ten Hag regrets MU’s failure to win in the last two games

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, MANCHESTER — Manchester United coach, Erik ten Hag reacts ahead of the classy duel in front of his eyes. His team will face Liverpool in the 2023/24 English Premier League season.

MU acted as host. So the match took place at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, Sunday (7/4/2024) at 21.30 WIB. Clearly, there are no other targets being promoted by either side.

Each of them is aiming for victory. United wants to maintain the opportunity to penetrate the top four zone. The Red Devils are stuck in sixth place in the standings.

Ten Hag regretted his team’s failure to win in the last two matches. Marcus Rashford and his colleagues were held to a 1-1 draw by Brentford FC. MU also lost 3-4 at Chelsea FC headquarters.

“This week, we lost five points in injury time, and that paid dearly,” said the Dutch tactician, quoted on his club’s official website.

He emphasized the moment they conceded. When the match was almost over, the Red Devils’ goal shook. At that time, Bruno Fernandes et al were in superior condition.

So the regret is double. Not just failing to win. At the same time, the decline in focus at the end of the match left a bitter pill.

“Points are becoming very expensive because the game is running out, and we know that,” said Ten Hag.

Everything has happened. Excessive regret is useless. It’s time to concentrate on the agenda at hand.

Ten Hag is optimistic that his troops will soon recover. There is no more time to relax. The momentum to return to a positive path is very appropriate. Coincidentally they will face one of the classic rivals.

“We have to catch up. It will be difficult, but we will continue to fight. These players have character,” said the former Ajax Amsterdam coach.

MU and Liverpool’s last meeting at Old Trafford occurred in the FA Cup. The Red Devils lead 4-3. A dramatic victory, because the hosts’ fourth goal was scored by Amad Diallo at the end of the second half, extra time.

United is trying to repeat a similar result. Tens of thousands of fans are ready to provide maximum support to Ten Hag’s team. The Reds are also aiming for full points. Apart from seeking revenge, the guest camp must win if they want to return to the throne.