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OPINION - What Erik Ten Hag should do to get his team winning again

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PART 1 - Wrong Substitutions by ETH It was a tough afternoon yesterday for all Manchester United fans worldwide as we watched in disbelief our dear team losing the game yet again in the dead of time. 📈 Since 2022/23 campaign, Manchester United have lost more premier league games (6) due to goals scored from 90th minutes upwards than any other team in the Premier league. In the past 30 seasons, this situation had only happened twice to United.[ @OptaJoe ] #MUFC pic.twitter.com/GumdE0FuX5 — UTDQuarters (@UTDQuarters) August 24, 2024   It was a recurring issue last campaign and with the level of new defensive covers brought in this summer, we all hoped it was a thing of the past. Here we are again.   To win a game, bulk of the responsibility rest on the shoulder of the players designated to defend. Last week against Fulham, the boss brought off Harry Maguire who was arguably the best player on the pitch in that fixture. He repeated same fit this weekend by withdrawing the Eng...

Manchester United new CEO addresses the fans

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Manchester United new CEO Omar Berrada's FULL message to Man Utd fans ahead of the new season which begins tomorrow: “Dear fans, Welcome back to Old Trafford for our first Premier League match of the 2024/25 season. This is a particularly special occasion for me, as it marks my first game here as chief executive of this magnificent club." “Your support at Wembley was fantastic, where we just came up short in the Community Shield. We were disappointed not to win the game, but can take a lot of positives from it."   “When I was invited to join Manchester United late last year, I didn’t hesitate. As a child growing up my first memory of the club was my father telling me stories of legendary players like Sir Bobby Charlton, George Best and many others." “It is impossible not to be aware of the weight of history. From the tragedy of Munich to the triumph at Wembley 10 years later, I am honoured to be part of a place where overcoming the greatest adversities and rising ag...

Jaap Stam expects more from Manchester United this campaign

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Former Manchester United, AC Milan and Netherlands center back expects his former club to be aiming high in all competition this campaign.   After a fund raiser charity match, an exclusive interview was conducted by popular media outlet Stretty news, featuring the legend. Jaap Stam started by reflecting on the event and praised the fans for coming out in their large numbers. He said;  “It’s always good to play for a good cause and it’s always good to see the Irish as well,” Stam told Strettycast, the official podcast of Stretty News. “They are passionate people who love football and United which, of course, is very positive.   “Today was a very special day – not only for the people attending the event, but for us as ex-players we love to come over and compete, especially with you guys. We do this for a good cause so we are all very happy. It’s about the people.” As a Manchester United enthusiast himself, he quickly took time to advice his old club not to settle for less...

Academy Updates

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• Academy graduate Ethan Wheatley set to remain at the club (12/08/24) Ethan Wheatley set to stay at United until at least January amid Rasmus Hojlund's injury absence. [@ MichaelPlant82 ] • Another academy prodigy on the verge of signing a new deal Manchester United U21 captain Sonny Aljofree set to sign new deal at the club. Agreement in place over deal valid until June 2027, three year contract. Talks at final stages for the talented centre back. [@ FabrizioRomano ]   • Community Shield final - Harry Amass debut Harry Amass will join the first team as they prepare their Wembley showdown versus town rivals, Manchester City in the community shield final. Samuel Luckhurst is describing his debut as inevitable owning to the fact that senior defenders Luke Shaw & Tyrell Malacia fitness are questionable.  Harry Amass had a decent run of games for Manchester United in the MUTour24 of America with the most notable elute performance against Liverpool where the young defender ga...

Catch all the latest Manchester United news

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• Ten Hag rewards Licha & Garnacho  Erik Ten Hag have presented Argentina Copa America winning duo, Lisandro Martinez & Alejandro Garnacho awards for emerging champions at the just concluded tournament. While addressing the entire squad during the team meeting he said; "I want to bring Licha and Garna forward because here at #MUFC, we need players with that winning mentality and they know how to win," He also quickly clarified why the duo were deserving of the award he said; "Also, we want to get some accreditation for a big moment and what they achieved with their country at the Copa America." • Jaap Stam expects more from Manchester United this campaign Former Manchester United, AC Milan and Netherlands center back expects his former club to be aiming high in all competition this campaign.    After a fund raiser charity match, an exclusive interview was conducted by popular media outlet Stretty news, featuring the legend. Jaap Stam started by reflecting on...

LIVE TRANSFER UPDATES

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• 10:23pm Ugarte deal might just be on As per multiple reports in UK, Manuel Ugarte to Manchester United might just be active. Manchester United rate the PSG midfielder highly and he is at the top of the chart for considerations in coming days. It'll be Interesting to see how event unfolds tomorrow.[Tuesday] • 7:20pm Updates on Aaron Wan Bissaka Fabrizio reported earlier that the England international have completed his medicals and signed his contract. He has also completed his media photo ops. Official announcement expected any moment from now.  The right back joins WestHam from United for £15m.   • 6:45pm When will Manchester United announce the signing of De Ligt & Noussair? The duo have completed their medicals as reported by Fabrizio and have signed their contracts. They have also performed their photoshoots and necessary media obligations. However, Manchester United are not expected to announce the signings tonight. [@ StevenRailston ]  Very much likely tomorr...