TEN HUG GETS A LATE LET-OFF
Daily Star Sunday|October 08, 2023
But dramatic win can't hide issues
Andy Dunn
TEN HUG GETS A LATE LET-OFF

AFTER his struggling Manchester United had snatched the most unlikely of victories from the jaws of another dismal defeat, Erik ten Hag went on to the pitch and embraced each and every one of his players.

Inside a cacophonous Old Trafford, those players then went on a mini lap of honour...for beating Brentford.

Ten Hag knew how important the two added-time goals from Scott McTominay had been.

The players knew the fans knew, too.

And apart from McTominay demonstrating his predatory skills, at least the dramatic comeback showed this is a United team that does not lack heart, fight and spirit.

What it does lack is some defensive acumen, a high-class goalkeeper and a distinctive game plan.

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