Unbelievable Comeback Victory: Erik ten Hag's Words on Man Utd's Triumph Could Mark a Major Turning Point

Erik ten Hag asserts that Manchester United's incredible late comeback victory against Brentford on Saturday must serve as a pivotal moment in their season. Despite facing a potential third consecutive defeat at Old Trafford, a mistake from Andre Onana in the first half led to Mathias Jensen putting Brentford in the lead. However, substitute Scott McTominay scored two goals in stoppage time, securing an astonishing last-minute win for Ten Hag's team.

The triumph propelled United to the ninth position in the Premier League standings, providing a dose of positivity as they head into the international break. The team secured two victories from their last seven matches in all competitions. "In that moment, when a game was going against us, we managed to find a turning point, and it felt like a relief," expressed Ten Hag.

The team demonstrated resilience, determination, and a clear strategy to persevere. They maintained patience and continued to push forward, even after a goal was disallowed - a decision that was justified. I am immensely proud of this team for their unwavering commitment throughout the entire game. The strong belief in our abilities was evident.

The fact that a player could come on for just five minutes and still exhibit that level of spirit and dedication speaks volumes about the unity and camaraderie within the dressing room. McTominay truly embodies the essence of Manchester United.

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Ten Hag: We must take more responsibility

Throughout most of the match, it appeared that Manchester United would once again be undone by another mistake from Onana. The newly acquired player from Inter Milan has been under intense scrutiny following his recent errors that allowed both Bayern Munich and Galatasaray to score in the Champions League. Unfortunately, Onana was once again easily beaten by Jensen at Old Trafford.

Ten Hag: We must take more responsibility

Throughout most of the match, it appeared that Manchester United would once again be undone by another mistake from Onana. The newly acquired player from Inter Milan has been under intense scrutiny following his recent errors that allowed both Bayern Munich and Galatasaray to score in the Champions League. Unfortunately, Onana was once again easily beaten by Jensen at Old Trafford.

Ten Hag stated that while the team's performance was satisfactory, it is unacceptable to concede a goal so easily. Despite some positive moments and overall control of the game, giving away such a goal undermines their level of play. He emphasized the need for the team to take greater responsibility and be accountable in order to secure victories.

Furthermore, Ten Hag emphasized the importance of finding a moment in the season to build upon, which he believes they have now found. This particular game reflects the team's season thus far, with a mistake followed by a comeback that showcases their personality and character. He considers this game to be a potential turning point and acknowledges the necessity of change and resetting.

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McTominay: One of my favourite moments in football

Ten Hag rejoices on the touchline following a thrilling climax at Old Trafford

Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay expressed, "That could easily be ranked as one of my most cherished instances on a football field. Witnessing two goals in the final moments was truly awe-inspiring, yet I am simply elated to have played a part and demonstrated my capabilities to everyone."

The victory is colossal. It's widely acknowledged that we're currently going through a challenging phase, but we have determined individuals within our team who are determined to persist until the very end. The two goals could have been achieved by anyone present on the field, and we're optimistic that we can make progress based on this.

Occasionally, we might feel secluded and surrounded by external negativity, but we simply have to ignore that and improve ourselves after the international break.

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Frank: It was almost the perfect away performance

Brentford's players - on the brink of a first victory for their team at Old Trafford since 1937 - were left devastated when the final whistle blew. They believed that an offside flag had come to their rescue when Kristoffer Ajer inadvertently scored an own goal in the 89th minute. However, there was a glimmer of hope as McTominay stepped up with his exceptional skills to save the day for Manchester United.

"Football can be unforgiving," commented Thomas Frank, the head coach of Brentford. "We executed numerous aspects flawlessly. Our high pressing game was on point, we made effective use of counterattacks, displayed courage, defended astutely, and truly earned our 1-0 lead.

"Undoubtedly, in the second half at Old Trafford, the pressure increased, as expected, but I believe we defended admirably. Until their goal, I did not witness any major opportunities being given away."

What's next for Man Utd and Brentford?

It was an even more devastating blow to lose the game. Despite their domination on the field, I believe a draw would have been a more accurate reflection of the match.

Brentford host Burnley in the league on the same day; kick-off 3pm.