Manchester United’s Early Concession Woes Highlighted in Season Struggles

Ten Hag Addresses Recurring Issue

Manchester United has conceded the opening goal in 21 matches across all competitions this season, prompting manager Erik ten Hag to address the trend. He stated, *“We are analyzing the start of our games. The character to recover is strong, but we must eliminate these early mistakes.”* The Dutchman emphasized the need to improve defensive focus while acknowledging the team’s resilience in chasing games.

Scholes Criticizes Defensive Vulnerabilities

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes criticized the team’s tendency to gift opponents early advantages, calling it a systemic flaw. He remarked, *“Giving rivals a head start repeatedly is a recipe for inconsistency in top-tier football.”* His comments underscore concerns over the team’s tactical discipline and ability to compete at the highest level.