Erik Ten Hag speaks on Manchester United performance as Dutchman makes big impact!

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag was pleased with his side’s performance against Fulham on Friday Night – but knows it’s only a start for the Red Devils as they seek to have a better Premier League season than last year.

Much has been said about Manchester United this summer – but after months of talking – the Red Devils managed to get an opening win of the season after a solid win against Fulham.

It was not the most exciting of games for Man United fans to watch – but Ten Hag has revealed that he was pleased with the performance – He said: “Subs are always important and it was good to see in the first game that you bring a sub on and he scores the winner.

“Everyone sees how important subs are and they have to be ready. Against Fulham it is always a difficult game, but we defended and pressed very well.

“After 10 minutes we found our spell in the game and we kept them under pressure.

“We created a lot of chances and we should have scored earlier and that is the only criticism of the team – kill in the box.

“First game, but it is good to strengthen the belief. I have seen many spaces where we have to improve but that is normal.”

Meanwhile – Joshua Zirkzee has become the fourth Dutchman to score on his Manchester United debut tonight, following in the footsteps of Ruud van Nistelrooy.

And he was speaking post-match, saying: “To win here in my first home game and to grab a goal, it couldn’t be better.

“I’ve been told [scoring at the Stretford End] is one of the best feelings at Man Utd. I’m so thankful and blessed I could experience it in my first game. It’s an amazing feeling.

“At the end of the day, we got the win, that’s all we wanted. I can’t really explain the feeling, it’s just very nice.

“I feel very warm here. It’s a great team. We want to achieve something great. It’s been amazing, it’s been a dream actually.

“The manager told me to bring an energy and help the team as much as possible, just that.

“Manchester United is a huge club. You should always strive for the best. That includes day-by-day giving 100%, that’s the plan.

“It’s all good vibes.”

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