Manchester United have been made to pay for missing out on a potential move for Xavi Simons in the summer. Reports in France had tentatively linked the young midfielder with a move to United last summer before his return to PSG.
23.12.2023 - 15:37 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Luke Shaw described Manchester United's performance against West Ham on Saturday as 'not good enough'.
United wanted to build on their spirited performance against Liverpool last weekend, but they stumbled to a disappointing 2-0 defeat against West Ham after goals from Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus.
Although Alejandro Garnacho wasted a big opportunity in the first half, chances were at a premium and United have now failed to score in four straight games for the first since autumn 1992.
ALSO READ: United player ratings as Kambwala good and Antony poor
ALSO READ: United challenge five players to help Hojlund
United have struggled for goals and Scott McTominay remains the team's top goalscorer with a tally of six. Rasmus Hojlund was replaced by Marcus Rashford shortly after half-time but neither player could make a difference.
The defeat against West Ham leaves United in eighth position in the table and Shaw told TNT Sports: "Just not good enough really. We have to win games and that's it. We keep losing games and points and making it hard for ourselves.
"Especially that second half, not good enough. First half we controlled the game, hmm, we had chances again and if we score the first goal maybe the result is different but we didn't and we suffered in the second half.
"I don't feel like it [West Ham tactical change] disrupted us. I have to be honest, the pass was an unbelievable pass and he got a bit of luck with the rebound. The second goal, ok it's a mistake, but that doesn't matter.
"From the start of the second half, we weren't the same and it showed, which is why I'm here now and we lost three points again."
Shaw was asked why the team is struggling for goals and said: "I don't know. It's tough to think what's
Manchester United have been made to pay for missing out on a potential move for Xavi Simons in the summer. Reports in France had tentatively linked the young midfielder with a move to United last summer before his return to PSG.
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane criticised striker Rasmus Hojlund after he was guilty of squandering opportunities in the first half of Monday night's FA Cup tie with Wigan Athletic.
Dimitar Berbatov believes Manchester United will sign a new striker this year but has warned Erik ten Hag to choose carefully.
Darts sensation Luke Littler admits the support he's received from Manchester United stars of the present and the past has been 'crazy'.
Manchester United great Peter Schmeichel says Erik ten Hag was wrong to haul off Kobbie Mainoo at half-time during the 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. Mainoo started for the fourth match running, but the teenager was sacrificed after 45 minutes to make way for Scott McTominay.
Manchester United fans are lamenting the absence of Rasmus Hojlund in the club's clash with Nottingham Forest, although are happy that Amad has made the squad for the first time this season.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has recalled Antony to the starting line-up for this evening's clash with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground because of his ability to make runs in behind.
Borussia Dortmund star Ramy Bensebaini has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United in the future after being tentatively linked with the Premier League giants.
Sergio Reguilon has branded Luke Shaw as one of the best left-backs in the country and says the pair speak a lot about their cohesion both during, and outside of, matches.
Manchester United could be without 10 players for their Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday evening (5.30pm).
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy thought Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho looked 'more comfortable' and 'more productive' on the right-wing during Boxing Day's 3-2 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
Rasmus Hojlund has described Alejandro Garnacho as an incredible talent after he scored a brace for Manchester United.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag hinted Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford could be accommodated in the same attack for the foreseeable future.
Manchester United will be hoping Luke Shaw avoids the referee's notebook this evening as the Reds host Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is convinced Willy Kambwala has the attributes of a modern centre back.
Christmas is always a busy time for professional footballers.
Manchester United suffered a disappointing 2-0 loss to West Ham in the Premier League fixture.
Manchester United are battling a number of absences ahead of Saturday’s lunchtime trip to West Ham, with several defenders unavailable.
Manchester United will be hoping to put an end to their miserable Anfield record of recent years when they face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday.
Luke Shaw and Marcus Rashford are available for Manchester United's daunting trip to Liverpool on Sunday but Harry Maguire is out.