Erik ten Hag has lashed out at Manchester United’s effort ranges after the Pink Devils’ slumped to a 1-1 draw with FC Twente of their Europa League opener.
Christian Eriksen’s beautiful strike put United forward within the first half however the Dane was caught in possession after the break, permitting Sam Lammers to thunder dwelling an equaliser and earn a share of the spoils for Ten Hag’s former employers.
After the sport, Ten Hag accused United of being “too simple going” and “too complacent” as he criticised his aspect’s efficiency.
“It was the sport of their life, they fought for each yard and we did not,” he stated. “99% isn’t sufficient, you must give 100%, you must kill the sport and end it off. We’re main 1-0 however you must go for the second purpose, then you definitely kill the sport.
“We’ve got to be extra medical in such conditions. I do not suppose tonight was the one drawback. We’ve got to maintain going, being constant, that can also be a query of mentality. Mentality is excellent from this staff. I noticed how in lots of video games how excessive our work price is, however right this moment I’ve some criticism.
“However it isn’t solely the staff, I’ve to look within the mirror as nicely. I’m a part of it.”
Eriksen went on to disclose that the United squad admitted that they had not been in a position to match Twente’s want.
“We needed extra, however ultimately, it was removed from adequate and we stated within the altering room that it appeared like they needed it extra and that may’t be proper,” the midfielder stated.
“I feel personally, you rating a purpose and suppose you are a matchwinner, however clearly it is gone the opposite approach. Everyone seems to be taking a look at themselves. Everyone seems to be knowledgeable footballer.
“They know what to do, what cannot occur and in a sport like right this moment, we did not lose but it surely felt like a loss and towards FC Twente at dwelling, that may’t occur.”
