“We deserved to win this game” Ten Hag laments about yesterday’s loss.

After Manchester United’s 4-3 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, the team’s manager Erik ten Hag expressed deep disappointment. 

Despite a valiant comeback effort, Ten Hag lamented his team’s inability to secure victory after rallying from a two-goal deficit. 

He emphasised that Manchester United deserved to win the game, but were ultimately undone by costly mistakes and poor decision-making.

Frustration Over Defensive Lapses

Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, pointed out defensive errors and individual mistakes as the main reasons for their defeat against Chelsea.

Despite dominating parts of the game and displaying excellent attacking play, Manchester United was unable to capitalize on their chances, and they faltered in crucial moments, conceding two stoppage-time goals that sealed their fate. 

The frustration was compounded by the fact that Manchester United had also dropped points in their previous match against Brentford, further damaging their chances of a top-four Premier League finish.

Ten Hag said, “We deserved to win this game. But you can’t give it away like we did. We started poor, giving the ball away and defending poorly for the first two goals and then we dominated the game and were brilliant.”

Unacceptable Drop in Points

Manchester United’s recent losses have left their coach, Ten Hag, feeling deeply frustrated. 

He is particularly disappointed about the points that have been dropped in critical matches. 

He emphasized the importance of making the right decisions on the pitch and urged his players to maintain focus and composure, especially in crucial moments.

Manchester United is currently sitting sixth in the Premier League standings. 

Ten Hag stressed the urgency of addressing these issues and ensuring more consistent performances in the remaining matches of the season.

“I had the feeling we were dominating the game, got ourselves into a winning position, scoring great goals,” Ten Hag told reporters.

“In five days we dropped five points. That is unacceptable. We gave away a game we should have won.”

“Then, in stoppage time, we didn’t manage to win. Of course, it’s frustrating. We made individual errors that cost us the game. 

The players know their jobs and they didn’t make the right decisions. We have to read when to keep the ball, to pass, move and switch the play when we are winning.”

Despite the disappointment, Erik ten Hag remains determined to address the shortcomings and lead Manchester United to a stronger finish in the league.

After the incredible performance, Chelsea is currently in position ten in the league with only 43 points.

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