Media Figure: Ten Hag’s In-game Adjustments Disappointing, Failed to Solve Problems but Rather Self-Sabotaged

On October 4, in the second round of the Europa League, Manchester United relied on Harry Maguire’s last-minute equalizer to draw 3-3 away with Porto in a tough match. After the game, media figure Mickey Tu-Liu Shisi discussed this match, analyzing the reasons for the Premier League Red Devils’ conceded goals.

Mickey Tu said: “In the first half, Rashford turned Porto’s left flank upside down, bringing great threat and also orchestrating two of our goals. However, Rashford’s lack of defensive contribution indirectly led to Manchester United conceding two goals. After all, allowing an opponent to cross the ball from the edge of the box unmarked when they have a player like a little monster up front is too much for our central defenders. De Ligt can’t match Omorodion in strength, and Lisandro Martinez’s speed and agility can’t keep up with Pepe, making it a fatal weakness for Manchester United. But by substituting Rashford at halftime, Manchester United lost their offensive threat, while the defensive weaknesses remained, which is why we conceded the third goal right after the break.”

Furthermore, the media figure added: “However, Porto subsequently played very conservatively, which allowed Manchester United to avoid further scoreline expansion. Yet, Manchester United’s offense in the second half was not good. Bruno Fernandes had three shots before receiving his second yellow card, with only the first being a significant threat, while the other two were somewhat rushed long-range shots, revealing an anxious mentality and foreshadowing the red card. Ten Hag’s in-game adjustments were disappointing; he might have seen the problems, but he did not solve them and instead self-sabotaged. Harry Maguire’s equalizing goal may seem to give Ten Hag some confidence, but it remains unclear whether it is a good or bad thing for Manchester United.”