Plenty of possession but few chances – Erik ten Hag era gets off to slow start
Manchester United opened their season with a dismal 2-1 loss to Brighton at Old Trafford in the first competitive game of manager Erik ten Hag’s reign.
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Manchester United fans have just suffered maybe the biggest insult of the Glazer era
Before kick-off, a supporter ascending the steps in the south stand en route to their seat paused and got my attention. "Arnautovic: is it true?"
Man United boss Erik ten Hag says defeat to Brighton due to players' lack of 'belief'
Erik ten Hag said a lack of self belief cost his Manchester United side as the Dutchman's Old Trafford reign got off to the worst possible start following a 2-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday.
Lack of self belief cost Man Utd, says Ten Hag
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said a lack of self belief cost his side on Sunday as they slumped to a 2-1 home defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion in their Premier League opener.
Manchester United have bid for Marko Arnautovic rejected as club look to bolster striking ranks - report
Manchester United have seen a bid for ex-West Ham forward Marko Arnautovic rejected, according to Sky Sports. As if to lay bare their current striking troubles, United's only goal in their 2-1 Premier League season-opening defeat against Brighton came from an own goal, and with Cristiano Ronaldo potentially on the verge of leaving the club, that could leave them even more blunt up top.
Manchester United vs Brighton: Seagulls glide through Red Devils
Erik ten Hag’s Premier League debut was far from a dream as Pascal Gross’ first-half brace led Brighton and Hove Albion past the Dutchman’s Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Manchester United v Brighton ratings: Fred 4, Eriksen 7; Gross 9, Trossard 9
Erik ten Hag's reign as Manchester United manager got off to a nightmare start as Brighton registered their first ever victory at Old Trafford with a 2-1 win on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.