In the 3rd round of the English Premier League's double-red match, Manchester United defeated Liverpool with a score of 0-3. After the match, Manchester United's manager, Jens Ten Hagar, was interviewed by Sky Sports and gave an in-depth analysis and reflection on the match.
Ten Hagar began by acknowledging United's mistakes in the game and praising Liverpool's excellent performance. "We made mistakes and their finishing was excellent. They did very well." He said. Temhag did not agree with the accusation that Liverpool strikers frequently pounded the United defense, believing that the goals conceded were more due to individual mistakes by United players rather than an overall press by the opponents.
Speaking about Casemiro's substitution, Ten Hag said it was a tactical adjustment by the team after falling behind. "It was what the team needed. When you are 0-2 down to Liverpool, you have to take more risks and the game opens up." He also praised the team's performance in the face of adversity, emphasizing the importance of unity and fighting spirit.
As for Casemiro's individual form, Ten Hag gives full credit and support. "You know the game and he knows the game. He'll move on and we'll move on." He believes in Casemiro's ability to play at the highest level and expects him to show great performances again in the future.
When comparing the team's performance this season to last season, Ten Hagar doesn't think they are the same. "You can see the number of goals we were expected to score (XG) and we didn't give up that many. I don't think we are in the same mode." He emphasized that while United took risks in certain games, overall the team's performance did not match last season's slump.
On the question of whether the team is still in a transitional period, Ten Hag said United has won two trophies in the past two years, proving the strength and potential of the team. He admitted that the team encountered some challenges at the beginning of the season, including the integration of new players and injury problems, but believes the team can catch up and get back on track. "Today I don't want to talk about the good things. We lost 0-3. we have to get up and bounce back strong." He concluded.
