Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is not yet ready to label his side as Premier League title contenders.
The Red Devils are in great form and have climbed to within a point of rivals Manchester City in second place. Should Pep Guardiola’s side fail to win at Chelsea on Thursday, United could leapfrog them with a victory in next week’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
With optimism rising among fans again, United have been tipped as outside contenders to challenge for the title.
But speaking after Tuesday’s 3-0 win against Bournemouth, Ten Hag was quick to temper these expectations.
“That is a big step, no, we have to go from game to game and get the progress,” he replied when asked if United are ready to contend for the title. “The belief is growing. That is a good signal, and it is good to have that feeling.
“We have to understand that we have to give every game 100 percent energy, 100 percent focus and 100 per cent play as a team, and if you keep that philosophy, it is possible, but you have to go from game to game.
“Don’t get too far ahead it is January not even half a season. The next game is Everton [in the FA Cup], we have to focus on that, it is coming quick, enjoy 24 hours and then move on.”
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Douglas Icons Junior - Jan 5, 2023 8:18 am
Yes you’ll thanks me later
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Bhanzo Herold - Jan 5, 2023 9:53 am
We want to but it late now to go for it,we just want to end the season in top 4 that will bring smiles
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Kaahwa Ignatius - Jan 5, 2023 10:11 am
Let’s first concentrate on wining our every game
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Chia Lucien - Jan 5, 2023 12:16 pm
In football, everything is possible
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Ryan Ballands - Jan 5, 2023 1:04 pm
Not this season but back in the champions league.
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Chikhulupiliro Mbungulo - Jan 5, 2023 1:16 pm
we will not win, but, if they make silly mistakes. we will show them. like what Demba BA did to liverpool in 2014
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Rotich Kipkemboi Elnathan - Jan 5, 2023 2:35 pm
Yes man u can win.
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Ezra Tarus - Jan 5, 2023 3:28 pm
For me now it’s not the time to start talking about Man United title credentials but to just take one game at a time
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Shawn Naidoo - Jan 5, 2023 4:15 pm
Na don’t think so Arsenal nd City i feel are stronger but top 4 i think yes we can ill be hoping Newcastle stays there with their wealth anxious to see who they could bring in should they qualify
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Helmi Harunarashid - Jan 5, 2023 4:16 pm
All you need is for Man Utd to beat Man City in the next game and suddenly………………
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Peter Masuku - Jan 5, 2023 4:27 pm
It’s not far fetch considering where we were at the start of the season
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Hillary Yebei - Jan 5, 2023 6:01 pm
and why not
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Miracle Myllex - Jan 5, 2023 7:38 pm
My Life nothing is too far.. United can still be the united will know
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Muhammad Akmal Aris - Jan 5, 2023 9:59 pm
Football Is My Life anytg can happen in football. just stay focus on your game & 3points till end of season
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Chinedu Charles - Jan 5, 2023 11:07 pm
Don’t go to far please
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Ezra Tarus - Mar 14, 2023 7:23 pm
For me now it’s not the time to start talking about Man United title credentials but to just take one game at a time
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Helmi Harunarashid - Mar 18, 2023 8:03 pm
all you need is for Man Utd to beat Man City in the next game and suddenly………………
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Bhanzo Herold - Mar 28, 2023 10:26 am
We want to but it late now to go for it,we just want to end the season in top 4 that will bring smiles
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Peter Masuku - Mar 28, 2023 1:31 pm
It’s not far fetch considering where we were at the start of the season
Erik ten Hag discusses Man Utd’s title credentials - Bhanzo Herold - Apr 2, 2023 12:03 am
Don’t go to far please