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Erik ten Hag says he is proud of Manchester United response to 'big disadvantage'
06.05.2023 - 22:03 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Erik ten Hag is pleased with how his Manchester United side has coped with the 'big disadvantage' of their packed fixture schedule this season.
United will have played 62 competitive matches by the end of the campaign, having reached both domestic cup finals as well as the Europa League qaurter-finals, which also included a two-legged play-off round.
Ten Hag's side have done well to remain competitive across so many competitions for the majority of the season, but the heavy workload has certainly taken its toll on the playing squad in the process.
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That was apparent in United's laboured second-half performance against Brighton on Thursday night, as energy levels depleted and they lost concentration to concede a penalty in the dying seconds of the match.
United will be looking to put things right when they face West Ham on Sunday night, knowing that three points could be crucial in their efforts to hold onto a top-four spot.
"It has already had an impact on the whole season, and we are doing quite well with the schedule," Ten Hag told reporters. "Not only quite well, really well. We have a big disadvantage compared to others. West Ham United have the worst schedule, but we have shown all season already that we are very strong physically and mentally."
United's aims for finishing in the top four not only make them a more appealing team to join and will bring a financial boost, but Ten Hag admits it would also mean a fairer fixture schedule next season.
He added: "That is the great advantage. Playing in the Champions League, you have a better week."
The defeat to Brighton leaves United with work still to do if they are to secure a top-four
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