Erik ten Hag

Ten Hag: It is not about Everton

Saturday 25 November 2023 14:00

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says his players cannot be caught up in the occasion at Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon, as the Reds prepare to return to action in the Premier League.

Sean Dyche's side have recently been hit with a 10-point deduction that has seen them fall into the relegation places, with a cagey atmosphere expected on Merseyside, as United come to town.

The Reds are, however, in fine form domestically as of late, having won four of our last five outings before the recent international break took place.

Speaking exclusive to club media in his latest matchday Q&A, Erik amplified how his team must merely focus on the task at hand at Goodison Park.

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“They will bring that [fight] but it is not about them,” began Ten Hag, speaking from Carrington.

“But I do respect that they will be highly motivated, but we have to match them.

“The minimum is we have to match them, to beat them on those standards. Only then will we have a very good chance to win this game.”
United are expected to welcome back defender Luke Shaw following his recent injury lay-off, with the boss confirming the England international is fit to potentially feature this weekend.

Providing a timely boost, the 28-year-old featured in our opening two games of the season before a muscle injury halted any progress he was bidding to build. 

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The manager has reiterated his philosophy on building from the back as Luke nears a return.

This quote was taken directly from Ten Hag's Matchday Q&A, which will be available to view in full on Sunday morning from 08:00 GMT.

Stay tuned via the United App, ManUtd.com and MUTV for all the latest updates ahead of our clash with the Toffees.

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