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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Mark Critchley

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag blames lack of belief for Brighton defeat

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Erik ten Hag blamed a lack of belief among his Manchester United players for their opening weekend defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion in his first competitive game in charge.

Pascal Gross’ first-half double brought United back down to earth after a pre-season of cautious optimism under Ten Hag, who suffered an early blow to his hopes of a top-four finish.

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