Brentford's very first shot on target today went right past Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, who is off to a very rough start at his new club. As the second half begins at Old Trafford, Brentford lead 1-0 in what is a must win for both sides. Onana is a huge problem for manager Erik ten Hag and his side, but he's far from the only problem. Casemiro and Victor … [Read more...] about Andre Onana Woes Continue as AFCON Decision Looms
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Man United Off to their Worst Start of Premier League Era
When does the heat start to turn up on Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag? Has it already? It's early, in just his second season at the wheel, but his side if off to the worst-ever start, to a Premier League season, in club history. At least by the benchmark of the first seven league games, where the Red Devils have just nine points, a -4 goal differential, and sit 10th … [Read more...] about Man United Off to their Worst Start of Premier League Era
Man United News: Mount, Amrabat, Casemiro, Sancho
The first half is now in the books, and Manchester United currently hold a 2-0 lead over Crystal Palace at the break of their 3rd round EFL Cup clash. A lot of news to cover in this one, as Erik ten Hag fielded a first team that included the likes of Mason Mount, Sofyan Amrabat, Facundo Pellistri, Hannibal Mejbri and Alejandro Garnacho. We have some off the pitch news to get … [Read more...] about Man United News: Mount, Amrabat, Casemiro, Sancho
Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Crystal Palace (EFL Cup 3rd Round)
Fresh off a badly needed win last night, Manchester United will next take on Crystal Palace, Tuesday night, for a third round League Cup clash. You can call this the first in a two match set, or series, as United will then welcome the Eagles back, four days later, for a Premier League fixture. What do they say? "Familiarity breeds contempt." Let's preview this one. … [Read more...] about Manchester United Starting XI Prediction vs Crystal Palace (EFL Cup 3rd Round)
United Team News Crystal Palace (EFL Cup): Antony, Rashford, Martinez
Yesterday brought news that Antony remains out of the Brazil national team squad, as selection was made for the October international competition period. The Manchester United forward was dropped for the September internationals, after more allegations of physical abuse were made against him. And on the heels of that, United suspended Antony indefinitely. … [Read more...] about United Team News Crystal Palace (EFL Cup): Antony, Rashford, Martinez
Manchester United Starting XI Prediction at Burnley FC
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was without the services of 12 senior players in the loss to Bayern Munich last night, and it forced him to name three goalkeepers to the bench, in order to fill out his squad list for the match. His No.1 GK, Andre Onana took full ownership of the defeat. "We started very well and after my mistake we lost control of the game," Onana … [Read more...] about Manchester United Starting XI Prediction at Burnley FC
Man United Team News at Burnley: Varane, Amrabat, Mount
When will some good news come across the pipe for Manchester United? Losers of three of their past four in the league and four out of five overall, they are really overdue for some better vibes. That could come in the form of convalescing duo Mason Mount and Raphael Varane. The pair reportedly returned to training this week and if they pass the fitness test of Friday's … [Read more...] about Man United Team News at Burnley: Varane, Amrabat, Mount
Rasmus Hojlund Wasn’t Ready for 90 Minutes, Says Ten Hag
Rasmus Hojlund was one of very few bright spots for Manchester United today, a club that is currently a complete mess, both on and off the pitch. The boo birds came out for manager Erik ten Hag when the Danish international was subbed off early, in a 3-1 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion at home. The booing of Ten Hag's substitute decision here just inspires the question- … [Read more...] about Rasmus Hojlund Wasn’t Ready for 90 Minutes, Says Ten Hag
Ten Hag Provides Updates on Antony, Varane, Mount, Lindelof, Martinez
Erik ten Hag held his usual Friday news conference, a few hours ago, and as you might expect, he was asked about the situations surrounding Jadon Sancho and Antony, two players with massive off-the-pitch issues right now. We covered Sancho in the last post already, and with regard to Antony, the Dutchman said very little, but he did say that he has "no idea" when the Brazilian … [Read more...] about Ten Hag Provides Updates on Antony, Varane, Mount, Lindelof, Martinez
Jadon Sancho Finally Deletes Tweet Calling Out Erik ten Hag
It appears that "showdown talks" between Jadon Sancho and with his manager Erik ten Hag have gone well. At least according to the player's Twitter/X account. Yes, that is what counts as sports journalism in 2023- analyzing a footballer's social media! It took him close to 10 days, but Sancho has finally deleted the Tweet in which he called his own manager a liar. … [Read more...] about Jadon Sancho Finally Deletes Tweet Calling Out Erik ten Hag