Erik ten Hag is aiming for a spot in the Champions League following Manchester United’s victory over Luton Town.

Wolverhampton, England – Erik ten Hag, the head coach/manager of Manchester United, believes that his team is back in the race for a return to the UEFA Champions League. This comes after the Red Devils narrowly beat Luton 2-1 at Kenilworth Road. Rasmus Hojlund’s quick-fire double helped United secure their fourth consecutive win in the Premier League, with Ten Hag’s side remaining unbeaten in the league in 2024.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, the Dutchman expressed his confidence in his team’s momentum and their chances of finishing in the top four. He emphasized the importance of taking each game as a final and closing the gap on the teams above them.

United started the game strongly, with Hojlund scoring two goals within the first seven minutes. However, Luton fought back and managed to halve the deficit on 14 minutes. Ten Hag admitted that his team lost their way after the impressive start and allowed Luton to get back into the game.

The United boss highlighted missed opportunities to extend their lead and acknowledged that his team dropped too deep, allowing Luton to create chances. He expressed frustration at not being able to convert the numerous clear-cut chances they had in the second half.

Hojlund, who scored both goals for United, admitted that there were moments of disappointment earlier in the season when he couldn’t find the back of the net in the Premier League. However, he never doubted himself and continued to work on his finishing and understanding with his teammates. He credited his recent success to his character and ability to perform under pressure.

Ten Hag praised Hojlund’s performance and highlighted his strong character and confidence. He acknowledged that it took time for the young striker to build his confidence, but now that he is on a scoring run, he expects him to continue finding the back of the net.

Overall, Ten Hag is optimistic about United’s chances of securing a top-four finish and returning to the UEFA Champions League. With their recent momentum and Hojlund’s goal-scoring form, the Red Devils are determined to continue their push up the table.