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Erik Ten Hag Fumes Over Casemiro Red Card In Man Utd Win | Football News
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Erik Ten Hag Fumes Over Casemiro Red Card In Man Utd Win | Football News

[ad_1] Erik ten Hag criticised "inconsistent" VAR after Manchester United's Casemiro was the only player sent off following a mass brawl in Saturday's 2-1 win against Crystal Palace. Bruno Fernandes' early penalty and a Marcus Rashford strike put United on course for a 13th successive home win in all competitions. But Ten Hag's team had to survive a nervous finale at Old Trafford after Brazil midfielder Casemiro was dismissed before Palace's Jeffrey Schlupp scored to reduce the deficit.Just prior to his goal, Schlupp had shoved United winger Antony off the pitch, sparking a fight involving both sets of players which ended with Casemiro receiving a straight red card for violent conduct.Referee Andre Marriner was advised to check the pitchside monitor by the VAR to review images of Casemir...
Erik Ten Hag Silent On Mason Greenwood After Charges Against Manchester United Player Dropped | Football News
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Erik Ten Hag Silent On Mason Greenwood After Charges Against Manchester United Player Dropped | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag declined to comment on Mason Greenwood on Friday, 24 hours after criminal charges against the 21-year-old forward were dropped. Greenwood had been facing charges including attempted rape and assault, but prosecutors said the case had been discontinued following the withdrawal of key witnesses and "new material that came to light". United issued a statement on Thursday saying the club would now "conduct its own process before determining next steps". In a short statement released on his behalf, Greenwood said he was "relieved the matter is now over". At his pre-match press conference on Friday, Ten Hag refused to be drawn on the subject."I can't add anything," said the Dutch manager, in his first season at Old Trafford. "I refer to the stateme...
Erik Ten Hag Respects Arsenal But Backs Manchester United To Ruffle Leaders | Football News
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Erik Ten Hag Respects Arsenal But Backs Manchester United To Ruffle Leaders | Football News

[ad_1] Erik ten Hag knows there is nothing lucky about Arsenal's unexpected surge to the top of the Premier League, but he believes Manchester United can derail the leaders' title aspirations on Sunday. Arsenal have emerged as surprise title favourites and sit five points clear of second placed Manchester City heading into this weekend's clash with United at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta's side finished fifth last season, but they are in pole position to land their first Premier League title since 2004 after winning 15 of their 18 league games this term.While some pundits believe Arsenal will eventually crumble in the same fashion that saw them surrender their top four place to Tottenham last season, United boss Ten Hag is certain the Gunners' title credentials are legitimate."It is...
Cristiano Ronaldo In splits After Al-Nassr Teammate’s Son Imitates His Iconic Siiuuu Celebration. Watch | Football News
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Cristiano Ronaldo In splits After Al-Nassr Teammate’s Son Imitates His Iconic Siiuuu Celebration. Watch | Football News

[ad_1] Ronaldo left amused after Al-Nassr teammate's son imitated his iconic goal celebrationCristiano Ronaldo's signature “Siiuuu” celebration has attained legendary status in the past few years, and it is imitated by millions of people across the world. The latest person to try out the celebration was Ronaldo's new Al-Nassr teammate's son, and his expert imitation left the Portuguese superstar in splits. Ronaldo has gained a massive popularity in Saudi Arabia since his big-money transfer to Al-Nassr and before his official debut, he decided to spend time with his new teammates and their families. Anderson Talisca's son, who is a Ronaldo fan, pulled off the celebration perfectly in front of the entire team.Anderson Talisca's son showing his siuuuuu to @Cristiano  IG/marialauraesamueldav...
Manchester United vs Manchester City, Premier League: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming | Football News
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Manchester United vs Manchester City, Premier League: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United host Manchester City in a local Premier League derby at Old Trafford on Saturday. Champions Manchester City are looking to complete a Premier League double over their cross-town rivals for the sixth time. Pep Guardiola's men had won the reverse fixture 6-3 at the Etihad. United have lost more Premier League home against City (8), than any other team. However, looking at the current form of both the teams, Manchester United have won their last four Premier League fixtures, while City have won two, drawn and lost one each in the same duration. A win for United will take them above third-placed Newcastle, who have played an extra game. Wout Weghorst, who joined United on loan from Burnley for the rest of the season on Friday, will not be available for selection.When...
Manchester United Wait For Wout Weghorst Leaves Erik Ten Hag Short On Strikers | Football News
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Manchester United Wait For Wout Weghorst Leaves Erik Ten Hag Short On Strikers | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is short on forward options for Saturday's derby against Manchester City, with the expected loan signing of Dutch international Wout Weghorst not completed in time. Weghorst is set to join until the end of the season after United reportedly agreed a deal with Besiktas to cut short his loan from Championship side Burnley. Anthony Martial is also a doubt due to injury, which could force Ten Hag into moving the in-form Marcus Rashford into a more central role.Rashford has scored in eight straight games at Old Trafford and has seven goals in six matches since the World Cup break.But most of the England international's goals have come when operating off the left rather than through the middle."I think we are close," Ten Hag said when asked at his ...
Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford Dropped For “Disciplinary” Reasons: Erik Ten Hag | Football News
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Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford Dropped For “Disciplinary” Reasons: Erik Ten Hag | Football News

[ad_1] Marcus Rashford was dropped to the bench for Saturday's match at Wolves.© AFPManchester United forward Marcus Rashford was dropped to the bench for Saturday's Premier League match at Wolves for "internal disciplinary" reasons. United manager Erik ten Hag revealed during a pre-match television interview that Rashford had been axed for the game. The 25-year-old had been in good club form this season, scoring in each of United's last two games, including a fine individual effort in the League Cup fourth round win over Burnley last week.Rashford also scored three goals for England at the World Cup, where Gareth Southgate's men reached the quarter-finals.However, Rashford was not included in the United starting line-up at Molineux on Saturday as Alejandro Garnacho came into the side as...
Marcus Rashford’s ‘Great Form’ Delights United Manager Erik Ten Hag | Football News
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Marcus Rashford’s ‘Great Form’ Delights United Manager Erik Ten Hag | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said he expected striker Marcus Rashford to maintain his "performance level" after lauding the England international's superb solo goal in a 2-0 League Cup win over Burnley. United, already ahead through Christian Eriksen's 27th-minute opener at Old Trafford on Wednesday, doubled their lead just shy of the hour mark when Rashford, fresh from scoring three goals at the World Cup, ran from inside his own and into the Clarets' penalty area before his low shot hit the back of the net. It was an impressive way for Rashford to mark his return to club following England's agonising quarter-final exit at the World Cup."I think he invested a lot, once again, with a lot of runs in behind the defending line, and then he scored a great goal in a dribble, ...
“Cristiano Ronaldo Still Capable Of Being Prolific For Manchester United”: Erik Ten Hag | Football News
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“Cristiano Ronaldo Still Capable Of Being Prolific For Manchester United”: Erik Ten Hag | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes Cristiano Ronaldo is still capable of scoring over 20 goals a season despite limiting the 37-year-old's game time so far this season. Ronaldo was dropped from the United squad for last weekend's 1-1 draw at Chelsea after refusing to come on as a substitute four days previously in a 2-0 win over Tottenham. The performance against Spurs was hailed as the best of Ten Hag's reign so far and further evidence that United are a better team without the presence of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner.But Ronaldo made a goalscoring return to the starting line-up for Thursday's 3-0 Europa League win over Sheriff Tiraspol.The Portuguese now has three goals in 13 appearances in all competitions this season.But Ten Hag did not rule out the prospect o...
“Sometimes The Heat Of The Moment…”: Cristiano Ronaldo On Storming Off Before Final Whistle vs Tottenham Hotspur  | Football News
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“Sometimes The Heat Of The Moment…”: Cristiano Ronaldo On Storming Off Before Final Whistle vs Tottenham Hotspur | Football News

[ad_1] Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo on Thursday was dropped from the team squad for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Chelsea after he stormed off into the tunnel even before the final whistle during the game against Tottenham Hotspur. The Portuguese star stormed off with several minutes left in United's 2-0 win over Spurs. Now, the forward has come up with an explanation, saying sometimes the heat of the moment gets the best, but respect still plays a very important role in his decision making process."As I've always done throughout my career, I try to live and play respectfully towards my colleagues, my adversaries and my coaches. That hasn't changed. I haven't changed. I'm the same person and the same professional that I've been for the last 20 years playing elite ...