Erik ten Hag aimed a cheeky dig at Thierry Henry about Bruno Fernandes’ goal in the 2-0 win over Tottenham on Wednesday, after the Arsenal great questioned the Portugal midfielder’s influence on the team.
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Following a 24-day absence from club games, Manchester United will be competing for the bragging rights of the city in an anticipated clash with neighbours Man City at the Etihad. A test that will be an indicator of the progression of Erik ten Hag’s tenure at Old Trafford.
The momentum of four consecutive league wins has largely diminished due to the lengthy interval between matches. A run that has been credited to the manager’s willingness to adapt his style.
An expansive tactic became a pragmatic one, looking to build the foundations and hammer down the basics. It is expected that this same pragmatism, that was especially in effect during the games against Liverpool and Arsenal, will return at the Etihad on Sunday.
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The main talking point of Ten Hag’s team selection is who plays up front. With Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial doubtful, the Dutchman could be left with no option but to start Cristiano Ronaldo. Although it would be no surprise if he still opted to use the energy of Anthony Elanga in order to not cause a break in the out of possession shape from the front.
If it was to be assumed that Rashford makes it, Ten Hag will not hesitate to put him straight back in the team given his performances on the counter this season. A similar plan may be established to the game against Arsenal, where Ronaldo operates as a second-half sub allowing Rashford to attack the space down the flanks during the second half. This all depends on game state and Ten Hag has already proven his ability to impact games with substitutes.
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