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Erik ten Hag is under immense pressure after a series of poor results and Sir Jim Ratcliffe agreeing to purchase 25 percent of the club

Sonia Twigg
Tuesday 26 December 2023 18:16 EST
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Struggling ten Hag says players ‘are good enough’ despite Man United’s issues

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Manchester United continue to endure their latest crisis under Erik ten Hag after a humbling at West Ham, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe agreeing a deal to purchase 25 percent of the club.

Ten Hag is therefore desperate for points to ease the pressure, while injuries continue to further heighten the difficulty of the task with Aston Villa visiting Old Trafford this evening.

Unai Emery’s side have been surprise title contenders so far this season, but must bounce back after a frustrating draw at home to Sheffield United, making this an intriguing contest with both sides likely to push for victory.

Follow all the updates from the Premier League’s festive schedule, plus team news and all live action from Old Trafford below - plus check out the latest odds and tips for the festive football here.

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90+6’ Villa’s latest attempt to get forward was blocked and there are cheers every time United win the ball back.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:56

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90+5’ Two more Manchester United subs, including Garnacho coming off, but there could still be some more time added on.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:55

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90+3’ Konsa loops a ball into the United box, but Onana is able to come off his line and gather the ball, wasting a few more crucial seconds.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:54

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90+2’ United have a chance to put the game ahead, but Garnacho was snuffed in his attempt for a hat-trick, and it looks like he sustained an injury in the process.

Martinez is helping him with what looks like cramp...

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:53

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90+1’ There will be nine minutes of added time - that has handed Villa a lifeline!

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:51

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

90’ A lot of United fans are on their feet cheering for this team who did not give up but fought their way back into the game, and continued to show that commitment despite going into the lead.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:50

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

88’ Hojland is leaving the field to a standing ovation after scoring his first goal for the club after over 1,000 minutes of action.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:49

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

88’ The tackles are flying in here, Konsa has just been shown a yellow card for a late lunge to try and prevent another United attack.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:48

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

86’ United are trying to calm the game down now, but Villa are on the hunt for an equaliser and will not want to let his one go.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:46

Manchester United 3-2 Aston Villa

84’ This has been Manchester United’s half, they have dragged themselves back from two goals behind into a winning position.

It has been a good performance, especially when considering the errors that allowed the hosts to score.

Sonia Twigg26 December 2023 21:45

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