{"id":1596312,"date":"2024-09-26T06:54:36","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T10:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/?p=1596312"},"modified":"2024-09-26T06:54:36","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T10:54:36","slug":"erik-ten-hag-criticizes-complacent-manchester-united-twente","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/news\/erik-ten-hag-criticizes-complacent-manchester-united-twente\/","title":{"rendered":"“You have to be consistent” – Erik ten Hag Criticizes ‘Complacent’ Manchester United Players Following Europa League Draw With FC Twente"},"content":{"rendered":"
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has criticized his players for their complacent showing in the UEFA Europa League clash against FC Twente. The Dutchman said his men did not show the determination to put the game to bed, which allowed the underdogs to get back into the contest.<\/p>\n
The successful team in English soccer, Manchester United began their UEFA Europa League campaign with a battle with FC Twente at Old Trafford on Wednesday, September 25. The Red Devils<\/a> dominated possession, but could not make things happen in the final third. Twente, meanwhile, did not get much time on the ball but always attacked with purpose.<\/p>\n Following an uninspiring beginning to the game, Manchester United put their noses in front in the 35th minute, with Christian Eriken applying a thumping finish to find the top-right corner. The goal gave United more control, but they could not capitalize on it.<\/p>\n Twente, on the other hand, were doing everything in their power to put pressure on the hosts, and their efforts paid off in the 68th minute. Sam Lammers robbed Eriksen of possession deep inside the Man Utd half, burst into the box, and found the back of the net with a thumping left-footed effort.<\/p>\n