Under-fire boss Erik Ten Hag has set an unwanted record, breaking a 24-year-long-standing statistic following Manchester United’s 0-0 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday.
Erik ten Hag’s time as Manchester United manager is on shaky ground after another disappointing result.
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Ten Hag breaks unwanted 24-year record
The Red Devils’ scoreless draw at Villa Park made it five games without a win, their worst start in 24 years, as per OptaJoe, putting immense pressure on the Dutchman’s future with the club.
8 – With eight points (W2 D2 L3), this is Manchester United's lowest tally in their opening seven matches of a league season since 1989-90 (7), when they went on to finish 13th under Alex Ferguson – his lowest league finish in charge of the club. Meagre. pic.twitter.com/RF3Z1iBrOo
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) October 6, 2024
United’s struggles are evident in their league position, as they are currently in the bottom half of the table, a far cry from their usual top-four ambitions.
The team’s points tally this season is the lowest in their opening seven matches since the 1989-90 season, even during Sir Alex Ferguson’s early days.
With just two wins and four draws, the Red Devils’ fans are growing increasingly frustrated, and the lack of victories means Ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford could be in jeopardy.
The time is running out for Ten Hag to find answers ahead of a challenging season, lest Manchester United slip farther from their goals or he is fired.
With club actions stalled till after the international break, the former Ajax boss, if still at the helm, will hope the two-week hiatus marks the beginning of new fortunes as his club takes on Brentford on October 19.
