Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, expressed that his team struggled to maintain control during their draw against Burnley.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag expressed his disappointment after his team’s 1-1 draw with Burnley, stating that they “lost control” and that dropping points was “so unnecessary”. The result came after United’s victory over Sheffield United earlier in the week.

United struggled to break the deadlock against Burnley and finally took the lead in the 80th minute through winger Antony. However, their advantage was short-lived as Burnley equalized from the penalty spot just seven minutes later.

The draw, coupled with Newcastle United’s 5-1 win over Sheffield United, has made it increasingly unlikely for United to qualify for the UEFA Europa League next season.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the match, Ten Hag praised his team’s strong start but expressed frustration at their inability to maintain control. He said, “We had a strong start to the game. We created loads of chances, but then we lost control in the second part of the first half. Burnley came back into the game and had some chances. The second half was all ours, and we were in a winning position, but we gave the game away at the end.”

Ten Hag emphasized his frustration at the team’s inability to hold on to their lead, stating that it was “so unnecessary”. He also highlighted the team’s good football and numerous chances created throughout the game.

When asked about whether the team’s struggles were due to bad luck or a poor mentality, Ten Hag acknowledged both factors. He mentioned that the team has been unlucky with refereeing decisions in recent weeks, particularly with the number of penalties conceded. However, he also stressed the need for the team to take responsibility and understand the impact of their mistakes on the team and the manager.

In conclusion, Ten Hag’s disappointment was evident as he reflected on the missed opportunity to secure three points and a clean sheet. He called for the team to look in the mirror and learn from their mistakes, while also expressing frustration at the lack of consistency in refereeing decisions.