Every word of Erik ten Hag's explosive Man United press conference - critics slammed, Antony defence and more

Erik ten Hag came out fighting at his pre-Sheffield United press conference on Tuesday amid mounting pressure on his position as Manchester United manager.

The United boss hit out at the media, describing the reaction to Sunday's FA Cup semi-final victory over Coventry City as "embarrassing" and "a disgrace". United progressed to their second consecutive FA Cup final via a penalty shootout after squandering a three-goal lead against the Championship club.

United capitulated within the final 25 minutes of regulation time, meaning the contest went to extra-time. Coventry thought they had won it in the dying seconds of the additional 30 minutes, only for VAR to spot an offside in the build-up to Victor Torp's effort.

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Despite getting over the line and setting up a second consecutive FA Cup final with Manchester City, United's victory was incredibly hollow, such was the way they limped over the line. Celebrations among the fans and most players were muted after Rasmus Hojlund dispatched the decisive penalty.

Nevertheless, Ten Hag was not impressed by the reaction from the media and the outside world, cutting loose in his latest media briefing on Tuesday. Below, MEN Sport brings you a full transcript of everything the Dutchman had to say.

After walking into the room, some members of the assembled media said "good afternoon" to the Dutchman, who corrected them by saying "good morning". The press conference started at 11.45am.

"Sharp. I notice not everyone is sharp here," Ten Hag said.

When asked who is not sharp, he said: "Oh, the majority I would