Erik ten Hag's appointment as Manchester United manager was announced in April 2022. He guided the club to two domestic trophies, winning the EFL Cup in 2022/23 and the FA Cup last season.
Following his departure, assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed as interim head coach while the club searches for a permanent replacement.
Ten Hag's Tenure at Man Utd
Ten Hag arrived from Ajax and had a promising first season, finishing third in the Premier League and winning the EFL Cup, marking the club's first major trophy in six years. Despite a rocky start with two defeats, he achieved notable victories against Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, accumulating 75 points—Manchester United's second-best total since Sir Alex Ferguson's departure.
Premier League Statistics
Matches: 85
Wins: 44
Draws: 14
Losses: 27
Goals Scored: 123
Goals Conceded: 112
Win Percentage: 52%
Points per Match: 1.72
However, the following season proved challenging, with key injuries to defenders Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez affecting the team's performance.
United conceded 58 goals—its highest in a Premier League season—and suffered nine home defeats, the most since 1973/74. They were also eliminated in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League and finished eighth in the Premier League, their lowest ever.
Despite the struggles, the season concluded positively with an FA Cup victory over Manchester City (2-1), securing qualification for the UEFA Europa League. In the summer, Ten Hag extended his contract until June 2026, expressing "complete unity" with the club's vision.
Upcoming Matches
Manchester United's next match is on Wednesday, 30 October, against Leicester City in the EFL Cup, followed by a Premier League clash with Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday, 3 November.
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Premiere League Image:
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