In the recent Premier League, Tottenham's stoppage time conceded not only made fans sigh, but also unexpectedly gave Manchester United a big gift for the fourth. Watching Aston Villa and Tottenham drop points in quick succession, I was secretly happy because it gave us a chance to rekindle hope for Manchester United. Come to think of it, if Ten Hag can lead his side to win the next games, it is entirely possible that United will be on the road to Champions League qualification.
Manchester United are in a less than ideal situation at the moment, as we have one game in hand, nine points behind Tottenham and 11 points behind Villa. But just this Sunday, if we can win at home against David Moyes' West Ham United, the table will be a big difference. What's more, we will face Villa in the next round, and a win in this game will be crucial to close the gap to the top four.
Ten Hag and his teamThe challenges now are not small. Although we have won three times in a row in the Premier League this season, the overall performance has been a bit up and down. However, Ten Hag, who has just celebrated his 54th birthday, seems to have breathed new life into Manchester United. His contract issues, as well as the future direction of the club, are up in the air. But one thing is for sure, Ten Hag's contribution to the team is huge, especially when it comes to developing new stars.
When it comes to the team, we have to mention the £73 million centre-forward Hojlund. The young Danish striker, after a spell of goal drought, has been eye-catching lately. Ten Hag has a high opinion of him, believing Hojlund's character and progressive attitude to be a valuable asset to the team. What's even more encouraging is that the likes of Marcus Rashford, Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes have also improved, which is a huge plus for the team's attacking prowess.
In particular, in the games leading up to and following the anniversary of the Munich air disaster, Ten Hag and his team showed respect and remembrance of the club's history. Remembering our ancestors through victories is part of United's DNA. Ten Hag also emphasised the importance of youth development, with the aim of developing young players and allowing them to understand and pass on the spirit of Manchester United.
It's challenging, but seeing the hard work of Ten Hag and the team gives me hope as a fan. From them, I see a bright future for Manchester United. After all, football is always full of variables and possibilities, and Manchester United is worth looking forward to every effort. Let's cheer on the Red Devils and look forward to their performances in the upcoming games as they fight for Champions League qualification.