Coach Erik ten Hag criticizes Manchester United's performance after they suffer their first loss in a pre-season match.

Erik ten Hag was not pleased with the performance of his Manchester United players during their pre-season friendly against Rosenborg in Norway. Despite missing several key players due to Euro 2024, the Copa America, and various fitness issues, there were still recognizable names on the team sheet such as Casemiro, Marcus Rashford, and Mason Mount.

However, the match did not go as planned for the Red Devils as they were defeated 1-0 by the home side, with Noah Holm scoring the winning goal in stoppage time. Rosenborg, being in the middle of their season, were in better shape and sharper than the visitors. This left Ten Hag feeling very frustrated with his team's performance.

According to the Dutchman, the result was not the only issue at hand. At Manchester United, winning games is the standard, and losing is not an option. But more importantly, it was the poor performance of his players that disappointed Ten Hag the most. He expected a higher standard of play from his team, especially as they represent a top football club.

Despite the loss, there was one standout player for Manchester United - 20-year-old Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek. He made some impressive saves, but Ten Hag believed that it was due to the lackluster performance of his teammates that Vitek was given the opportunity to showcase his skills.

In the eyes of the Manchester United manager, the team's performance was not up to par with the standards of top football. He stressed the importance of maintaining a high level of fitness and individual performance, as it is crucial for the success of the team.

However, Ten Hag remains optimistic and acknowledges the need for more pre-season games to improve their fitness levels. The team will have another chance to redeem themselves in their upcoming match against Rangers on Saturday. With more players available, Ten Hag will be looking for a much-improved performance from his team.

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