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Christian Eriksen kicked things off with a lovely goal, but then Sam Lammers took advantage of a defensive slip-up to level things up for the Dutch side. And let’s not forget Twente’s keeper, Lars Unnerstall, who was a real thorn in United’s side with some key saves. Now, folks are starting to wonder about Ten Hag’s leadership.
The season hasn’t exactly started with a bang, with United managing to snag only two wins from their first five Premier League matches, leaving them sitting at 11th with just seven points. Sure, they had a smashing 7-0 win against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup, but overall, the performances have been a bit shaky, and the lack of goals is raising eyebrows. To make matters worse, a tough run of fixtures is on the horizon that could be make-or-break for Ten Hag.
First up, they’ll be hosting Tottenham at Old Trafford, and Spurs are looking sharp under their new boss, Ange Postecoglou. Then it’s off to Porto for a tricky Europa League match, where a positive result is a must to keep the pressure at bay. Finally, they’ll head to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa in what could be a pivotal Premier League showdown. With all eyes on United’s form, these next three matches could really shape Ten Hag’s future at the club.
It’s not just about the results, either. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the new executive team are keeping a close eye on how Ten Hag is doing, especially after splashing out £180 million on players like Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount. Even though Hojlund and Mount are back in action, the team’s struggles continue, and that two-week international break after these matches might just give the higher-ups time to think about a managerial shake-up if things don’t improve.
Ten Hag knows the heat is on and didn’t hold back in his post-match chat, calling out his players for being a bit too relaxed. “In the second half, we dropped our level and gave the goal away,” he pointed out, referring to that defensive blunder that let Twente equalize. He stressed the need for consistency and determination—qualities that will be put to the test in this crucial stretch of matches.
Currently sitting at 11th in the league, United now have a tough trio of fixtures before the international break. First up, it’s Tottenham visiting Old Trafford, then a Europa League trip to Porto, and finally a showdown with Aston Villa. Ten Hag’s job could be on the line if the team doesn’t turn things around, and the club’s higher-ups are already looking a bit impatient.
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