April 5th 2024.
Bruno Fernandes is well aware of the issues plaguing Manchester United. In a recent interview, he openly acknowledged that the team is facing a barrage of shots from their opponents, which was evident in their heartbreaking 4-3 loss to Chelsea on Thursday night.
The match at Stamford Bridge was nothing short of chaotic. Chelsea took an early lead, only to find themselves trailing 3-2 in injury time. However, they managed to snatch a victory thanks to two late goals from Cole Palmer, completing his hat-trick. Fernandes was able to score the second goal for United, but it was not enough to secure a win.
One of the main concerns for United is their inability to defend against their opponents' attacks. In the Chelsea game alone, they faced a whopping 28 shots. This has been a recurring issue for the team throughout the season, with a total of 275 shots conceded in all competitions in 2024. This is the highest among all teams in the top five leagues in Europe.
Fernandes acknowledged that this is a problem that needs to be addressed, not just against Chelsea, but in all upcoming matches. He expressed his frustration, stating that they had control of the game in the final minutes, but two quick goals from Chelsea turned the tide against them.
With a crucial game against Liverpool on the horizon, Fernandes knows that they need to improve their defensive tactics. He stated that their performance in the recent games has been subpar, and they need to focus on defending their box to prevent their opponents from taking shots.
As for the defeat against Chelsea, Fernandes believes that it was a missed opportunity for United. He believes that they had the game in their hands, but they let it slip away due to their defensive lapses.
Looking ahead to the Liverpool game, Fernandes stated that he doesn't need to say anything to his teammates to motivate them. He believes that this is a big club, and everyone should be giving their best without needing any extra motivation.
In response to a reporter's question about United's poor defensive record, manager Eric ten Hag was dismissive, calling it "ridiculous." He pointed out that the team had the fourth-best defensive record before the Chelsea game and credited their solid defense to their teamwork and a great goalkeeper.
Despite the criticism and scrutiny, ten Hag remains confident in his team's abilities and is not concerned about the statistics. He believes that they have a strong defense and will continue to work on it to improve their performance in upcoming matches.
In other news, Cole Palmer, who scored the winning goals for Chelsea, credited manager Mauricio Pochettino for the team's success. The young striker praised Pochettino's tactics and leadership, which helped them secure a dramatic win against United.
Fans can expect an intense and action-packed game when Chelsea faces off against United in their upcoming matches. Both teams will be looking to bounce back from their recent losses and secure a crucial victory.
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