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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Newcastle had more desire than manchester united admits ten hag - The Untold Story

Steve McClaren separates Erik ten Hag and Eddie Howe on the touchline
Steve McClaren separates Erik ten Hag and Eddie Howe on the touchline. Photograph: James Gill/Danehouse/Getty Images

Erik ten Hag said he “totally agreed” with Luke Shaw’s withering assessment of Manchester United’s performance as they lost to their top-four rivals Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Sunday.

The Dutchman’s left-back pulled no punches as he analysed a defeat which enabled Eddie Howe’s side to leapfrog Manchester United, rising to third in the Premier League. “I do think Newcastle are a very good side but I don’t think they won the game on quality today,” Shaw said.

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