Manchester United’s Shotless Stunner: A Record-Breaking Blunder
In a shocking turn of events during their match against Liverpool, Erik Ten Hag and Manchester United found themselves in an unprecedented situation, failing to produce a single shot at goal in the first half, marking a dismal record for the club.
A Historic Failure
Erik ten Hag’s side endured a lackluster performance in front of their home crowd, making it the first instance since April 2022 – coincidentally against Liverpool – that the Red Devils went an entire first half without an attempt on goal. This dismal display at Old Trafford mirrored a similar occurrence back in October 2015, also against Manchester City.
Liverpool’s Dominance
Meanwhile, Liverpool capitalized on United’s toothless display, registering a whopping 14 shots and securing a 1-0 lead at halftime courtesy of a Luis Diaz goal. Fans took to social media to express their frustration at Ten Hag’s failure to initiate tactical changes to shift the momentum of the game.
Ten Hag Suffers Social Media Backlash
Supporters voiced their discontent, criticizing Ten Hag’s management and the team’s overall performance. Though in the second half, the Dutchman got his game management correctly to earn Manutd a point against their biggest rival as reported by Sports Buddy.
One fan lamented the lack of initiative from the manager, while others expressed disbelief at the team’s inability to even attempt a shot on goal.
A Dramatic Second Half
The tides shifted in the second half as Bruno Fernandes stunned with a long-range screamer, equalizing the scoreline. However, Marcus Rashford’s injury added to United’s woes, further complicating their chances.
Late Drama and Title Implications
Despite a valiant effort from United, Liverpool’s Mo Salah leveled the score from the penalty spot, ending the match in a draw. The result saw Liverpool relinquish their grip on the top spot in the Premier League title race, falling behind Arsenal on goal difference with only seven games remaining.
