Premier League - Man Utd draw with Leeds: Ten Hag hails 'excellent' Sancho's return

2023-02-09 09:47

Premier League - Man Utd draw with Leeds: Ten Hag hails 'excellent' Sancho's return


"Red Devils" Manchester United drew with Leeds United after being led by 2 goals in the 8th round of the Premier League in the 2022/23 season, relying on the goals of Rashford and Sancho. After the game, Manchester United coach Ten Hag did not forget to praise Sancho's outstanding performance in this game when interviewed by the media.


The 22-year-old Sancho has contributed 4 goals to Manchester United in all competitions so far this season. In Manchester United's match against Leeds United in the league today, Sabitzer launched a counterattack from the center in the 62nd minute, Baillistri returned from the right, and Dalot sent the ball to the goal without stopping the ball. In the penalty area, Rashford then seized the opportunity to hit the goal with a header to help Manchester United pull back a city 1-2.


In the 70th minute of the battle, Manchester United made a quick counterattack from the wing. Sancho on the wing cooperated with Luke Shaw. Then Luke Shaw was blocked from a low pass from the penalty area, but Sancho Immediately followed up with a push and hit, helping Manchester United equalize the score 2-2. In the end, Manchester United drew Leeds United 2-2.


Manchester United will face Leeds again in the next league round


Although Manchester United still couldn't get all 3 points in the end, Red Devils coach Ten Hag still praised Sancho's influence in this game when he was interviewed by the media after the game, and pointed out that the "great" player came back. Ten Hag said, "I wanted the players to play with different motivation, but at that moment, we were not in the shape. But luckily it was successful because we scored 2 goals. I am very happy that he is back. And we also know he's a great player."


"I've always thought Sancho can make a big impact, but he has to work harder and it motivates him to get more. I enjoyed the game, especially for him, it strengthens his abilities. "


Ten Hag also pointed out, "If you are involved in a derby, then you need a different attitude, you have to be ready from the beginning and take responsibility, to win games and be consistent.


On the other hand, after Manchester United drew with Leeds United at Old Trafford, they will go to the away game against Leeds United again in the league on February 12. It should be noted that Manchester United has remained unbeaten in all 5 games against Leeds United since 2020, so Ten Hag's team should do their best to continue this unbeaten record in this round of games.