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Erik ten Hag says who he thinks is to blame for Man Utd draw at Galatasaray

Erik ten Hag says who he thinks is to blame for Man Utd draw at GalatasarayAsh Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images
The United manager made it clear.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag explained who was to blame for the draw against Galatasaray on Wednesday evening.

The match in Turkey ended in a huge disappointment for United as they let a 3-1 lead slip to a 3-3 draw that leaves their Champions League qualification hopes dangling by a threat.

There were defensive errors again from Andre Onana and others, and speaking to TNT Sports, Ten Hag said he was disappointed.

"We were winning and then we're losing it,” he said. “We should have taken three points, that's clear. We did this in other games. I was pleased with how we played but at the same time I have to criticise the team because the defending is not good enough. We are leading 3-1 and we cannot afford mistakes as it makes a difference.

"Every goal has its own story. Whether it's a transition moment and we don't block the middle or the second goal which is a free-kick and the third goal we are organised but have an overload. That cannot happen. We have to learn from that.

"I am very pleased because you see the style of this team which is pro-active, dynamic and brave. I was pleased with the performance because we created so many chances but at the same time we have to win this game."

He added that he was to blame: "It's always me. I am responsible for this. We know we are in a project. We are making improvements so that's very hopeful. We are going in the right direction so I know we will be successful in the long-term but if you want to stay in the Champions League you need to win these games."

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