Pressure mounts on Ten Hag after Crystal Palace Upset

Manchester United's tumultuous start to the season continued as they were handed a shock 0-1 defeat at Old Trafford by a resilient Crystal Palace. Joachim Andersen's second-half stunner was the difference, leaving the Red Devils with a concerning record of 3 wins and 4 losses from their first 7 games.

United's Struggles in Front of Goal

From the opening whistle, Man United appeared dominant in possession, crafting numerous chances. However, their finishing lacked the required finesse, and they were frequently denied by a defiant Palace defense and some outstanding goalkeeping.

Andersen's Moment of Magic

Crystal Palace, on the other hand, played with a clear game plan. Absorb pressure and strike on the counter. And it worked wonders. Andersen's goal, a mixture of technique and audacity, caught the United defense off guard. The Old Trafford faithful were left in disbelief as the ball nestled into the back of the net.

Palace's Resolute Defense

The Red Devils, with their wealth of attacking talent, tried to mount a comeback. However, for all their dominance in possession and the numerous chances they created, they were unable to find an equalizer. Palace's defense stood tall, and their midfield harried and pressed, ensuring that the visitors left Manchester with all three points.

Ten Hag Under the Microscope

This latest defeat puts more pressure on Manchester United's manager, Erik ten Hag, who has been under scrutiny after a series of disappointing results. With a team brimming with talent, the expectations at Old Trafford are always high, and the current tally of 3 wins in 7 will undoubtedly be seen as underwhelming.

Conclusion

Fans and pundits alike will be looking at the next few fixtures as crucial for Ten Hag. Will he be able to turn the tide and get the team back to winning ways, or will the pressure become too much for the Dutch tactician? For Crystal Palace, this victory will be a massive confidence booster. Taking three points from Old Trafford is no small feat, and it'll be interesting to see if they can build on this momentum in their upcoming matches.