Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag is beneath hearth for his resolution to substitute Marcus Rashford at halftime throughout their 3-3 Europa League draw in opposition to Porto. The transfer has sparked criticism from followers and pundits, together with former goalkeeper Shaka Hislop, who questioned the supervisor’s judgment.
Rashford was a key participant within the first half, scoring a aim and offering an help. His substitution left many puzzled, as he had been considered one of United’s prime performers within the match.
Why Ten Hag Substituted Rashford
Ten Hag defined that the choice was a part of a deliberate rotation to maintain gamers contemporary forward of their upcoming Premier League conflict in opposition to Aston Villa.
“Now we have to rotate. We didn’t begin Garnacho, and Rashford wanted to be rested for Sunday,” Ten Hag stated. “It’s a fast turnaround, and we want gamers to be contemporary for the Villa recreation.”
Hislop’s Criticism of Ten Hag
Shaka Hislop, an ESPN pundit, was vital of the choice, arguing {that a} participant like Rashford, who was discovering his type, ought to have been allowed to remain on the pitch.
“You don’t take off a participant who’s in type and carrying the workforce,” stated Hislop. “To take him off at halftime, particularly for rotation, left me fully baffled.”
Hislop additionally in contrast the scenario to how Manchester Metropolis supervisor Pep Guardiola manages key gamers, suggesting Guardiola wouldn’t have made the identical name.
What’s Subsequent for Manchester United?
Manchester United now turns their consideration to the Premier League, the place they face a troublesome away match in opposition to Aston Villa on Sunday, October 6. The Pink Devils shall be trying to bounce again from their latest attracts and get again to profitable type.