Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag questioned Gareth Southgate’s tactics in England Euro 2024 opener against Serbia.
- Ten Hag criticises Southgate
- Questioned England’s tactics against Serbia
- Southgate was linked with a move to Old Trafford
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Three Lions scraped through in their Euro 2024 opener as they edged out Serbia on Sunday courtesy of an early strike from Jude Bellingham. Despite being the superior team on paper, Gareth Southgate’s side’s performance was far from convincing, especially in the second half.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
While analysing the match as a pundit on Dutch TV NOS, United boss Ten Hag criticised England’s approach in the game while taking a swipe at Southgate’s vision. The English coach was briefly linked with a move to Old Trafford in the summer before the club decided to retain the services of the Dutchman.
WHAT ERIK TEN HAG SAID
Speaking on NOS, Ten Hag said, “It’s the vision of the manager [Southgate]. England will take a 1-0 lead, then he [Southgate] decides to start gambling with making his team compact and relying on moments for the remaining minutes of the game.”
GettyWHAT NEXT FOR ENGLAND?
Harry Kane and his team will be next seen in action on Thursday as they face Denmark in their second game of the tournament at Waldstadion in Frankfurt.
