Erik ten Hag urges Manchester United to display greater hunger and consistency following their lackluster performance against FC Twente. The Europa League draw at Old Trafford exposed areas where the team lacked intensity and desire, something Ten Hag wants to address.
Ten Hag, alongside midfielder Christian Eriksen, noted that Twente “wanted it more.” This raised concerns about Manchester United’s mentality during key moments.
“We should be hungrier,” Ten Hag said, stressing the need for a stronger mindset. He emphasized that this hunger must be present in every match to ensure consistency.
“It’s something we demand from each other,” Ten Hag explained, calling for the squad to raise their intensity. He acknowledged that in a season with 60 games, it’s common to face dips in performance, but he expects more from his players.
“In top football, it often comes down to which team wants it more,” he added. According to Erik ten Hag, managing this psychological aspect can define a successful season.
He also made it clear that Manchester United’s ambitions depend on maintaining a consistent hunger. “We are ambitious, so we must always demand more from ourselves,” Ten Hag concluded, setting high expectations for his squad in the matches to come.
