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Man United’s Ten Hag Urges ‘angry’ Players To Deliver Against Liverpool
Following a dramatic loss to Chelsea, Man United manager Erik ten Hag is rallying his team to improve their performance as they brace for a pivotal showdown against Liverpool.
With their hopes of Champions League qualification hanging in the balance, Manchester United finds themselves in a precarious position after conceding late goals in both recent matches.
The Red Devils suffered a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Chelsea, conceding twice in stoppage time to end the match with a scoreline of 4-3.
A similar scenario unfolded against Brentford, where they allowed a 99th-minute equalizer.
These setbacks have left Manchester United in sixth place in the Premier League standings, a position that does not reflect their aspirations.
As they prepare to face Liverpool, currently one of the title contenders led by Jurgen Klopp, ten Hag is urging his team to rise to the occasion and deliver when it matters most.
“We have to step up and make better decisions,” emphasized ten Hag, highlighting the need for improved performance and composure in critical moments.
He called on his players to channel their frustration and disappointment into a focused and determined effort against Liverpool, emphasizing the potential energy that can be derived from such emotions.
Despite trailing Tottenham by nine points and Aston Villa by ten points, with eight games remaining, ten Hag remains confident in his team’s abilities.
He believes that Manchester United has the talent and resilience to compete with the best in the Premier League and Europe, urging his players to harness their disappointment and use it as motivation to ignite their champions’ spirit.
As Manchester United looks to rebound from their recent setbacks and secure valuable points in their quest for Champions League qualification, all eyes will be on Old Trafford as they prepare to face off against Liverpool in what promises to be a crucial and closely contested encounter.
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