Man United Boss Erik ten Hag Hits Out at Pundit Who Questioned Rashford’s Benching

Man United Boss Erik ten Hag Hits Out at Pundit Who Questioned Rashford’s Benching

  • Marcus Rashford was benched by Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag in their clash against Crystal Palace
  • The England star had a brilliant performance midweek but was brought on in the second half at Selhurst Park
  • Erik ten Hag fired back at Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp, who suggested that Rashford had a disciplinary issue

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has called out Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp, who suggested that Marcus Rashford did something to start off the bench against Crystal Palace

The England international was named on the bench in Man Untied's 0-0 draw with the Seagulls despite bagging a brace midweek against Barnsley.

Rashford was brought on in the second half but was unable to make an impact.

Marcus Rashford failed to make an impact in Manchester United vs Crystal Palace
Erik ten Hag benched Marcus Rashford after the winger scored in Manchester United vs Barnsley. Photos by Chloe Knott-Danehouse and Zohaib Alam - MUFC.
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During his presser ahead of the game, Erik ten Hag addressed Rashford's improvement and the need for him to be disciplined after a difficult 2023/25 season.

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According to The Manchester Evening News, Redknapp had some words about Rashford.

"It feels something's gone on untoward... There's obviously something that's happened."

Ten Hag responded to those comments in his post-match press conference.

"Already, the speculation, some pundits, that's crazy. I would almost say as a person you are not okay when you bring such speculation if you don't know what's [going] on. This is just rotation. We have many games to cover...I am very happy with Marcus."

The Red Devils dominated their match against Crystal Palace but weren't clinical enough. However, it was a more positive result than when they visited Selhurst Park.

The draw leaves them 11th in the table with seven points from five games.

Andre Onana lauds Rashford

Briefly News earlier reported that Man United goalkeeper Andre Onana praised Rashford after his goal against Southampton.

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The Cameroon goalkeeper admitted Rashford's struggles last season and said he was happy he got back in the goals.

Erik ten Hag's advice to Rashford

Briefly News also reported that Erik ten Hag advised Marcus Rashford following an impressive display against Barnsley.

The former Ajax boss said the England star needed help to bounce back after a tough 2023/24 season, urging him to set his life and attitude right.

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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