Ten Hag points out the problem area at Manchester United

Manchester United is underperforming in both the league and the Champions League, so manager Erik ten Hag is trying to identify the problem. The Dutchman notes that other teams are also struggling.

Ten Hag points out the problem area at Manchester United
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Manchester United has been experiencing highs and lows, resulting in a current sixth place in the Premier League and facing the risk of European elimination. 

With Bayern Munich up next on Tuesday, Ten Hag commented, "We previously had a stable team with few changes, especially in defense. That brings routine to the team. We have to wait for that now. We're not the only team in this situation; I see similar problems at other Premier League clubs," he said during a press conference.

Nevertheless, Ten Hag remains hopeful for improved results. "We need to work to do better, and that's my responsibility. I will give everything, and so will the team. I can show the players footage from the match against Chelsea. With a good plan, we can beat any opponent."

When asked by a journalist whether winning the Champions League is still an objective, Ten Hag replied, "I didn't think about that at the start of the season, but we still have a chance, though it's not in our hands. We need to win to stay in Europe and we know what we need to do. We're preparing the team with that conviction. I think we've shown in recent weeks that we can do it when we are at our best."

Manchester United's European survival is not in their own hands. Ten Hag's team must beat Bayern Munich and hope for a draw between FC Copenhagen and Galatasaray.

Scott McTominay affirmed that Ten Hag still enjoys full confidence. "The responsibility lies with the players. We have strong personalities in the locker room. It's not like with other managers, where it was sometimes toxic. The players support the manager. We just want to do well for the club. It's as simple as that."