“I gave him important instructions to avoid more goal and he didn’t adhere to I told him. He was busy confusing his teammates. He is the only one to blame”-Erik Ten hag has admitted flop Player is to blame for Manchester United’s Terrible loss today against Manchester City

Manchester United faced ongoing challenges in the Premier League as they suffered a second consecutive defeat, effectively extinguishing their aspirations for a top-four finish. Aston Villa now holds an 11-point advantage in fourth place.

The match initially favored United, securing a lead with Marcus Rashford’s early goal, a position they maintained until halftime under manager Erik ten Hag’s guidance. However, their advantage was short-lived, as the hosts quickly equalized just 10 minutes into the second half, putting United under increasing pressure. Ultimately, they conceded a late winner from Phil Foden and a third goal from Erling Haaland.

Player performances displayed a range of outcomes. Goalkeeper Andre Onana stood out as one of United’s top performers, making crucial saves and playing a significant role in their opening goal. Diogo Dalot delivered a commendable performance, though his effectiveness waned in the final stages.

Defensively, Raphael Varane impressed, but City managed to score despite his efforts. Victor Lindelof struggled in an unfamiliar left-back role, and Casemiro’s performance was relatively average compared to previous outings. Kobbie Mainoo showed promise and adaptability, while Scott McTominay’s advanced midfield role stabilized United’s midfield, albeit at the expense of their attacking threat.

Alejandro Garnacho remained subdued throughout the game, and Bruno Fernandes couldn’t exert his usual influence due to United’s struggles in maintaining possession. While Rashford’s early goal provided a highlight, his overall performance was deemed satisfactory, lacking significant impact beyond the early goal.