Erik ten Hag expressed his satisfaction with Harry Maguire's performance in Manchester United's 2-1 victory over Sheffield United, stating that Maguire is now playing according to the team's expectations. In the match at Bramall Lane, Maguire stood out and was named the Man of the Match as the Red Devils dedicated their win to the late Sir Bobby Charlton.
Harry Maguire's future at Old Trafford seemed uncertain when he lost the captaincy and considered a move to West Ham during the summer. However, he remained committed to regaining the favor of Ten Hag, and his recent performance has been impressive.
Ten Hag praised Maguire's proactive play both defensively and in possession, emphasizing his ability to dominate opponents, read the game, and contribute to the team's build-up play. The Red Devils, while not putting on a spectacular performance, secured three points against a Sheffield United side that has yet to win a game this season.
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They took the lead against the run of play when Scott McTominay scored his third goal in two games, but Oli McBurnie quickly equalized for Sheffield United with a penalty just before halftime. In the 77th minute, Diogo Dalot sealed the victory with a well-placed curling shot.
Sheffield United appears to be in for a challenging season, having only earned one point from their first nine games. The team has been severely affected by injuries, with both the captain, John Egan, and the vice-captain, Chris Basham, facing long-term issues. The match brought more bad news as Anel Ahmedhodzic missed out due to a hamstring injury, and McBurnie had to be substituted with a groin problem.
Paul Heckingbottom, the Blades' manager, explained that Ahmedhodzic's injury was a result of a training incident, and it is expected to keep him out for several weeks. McBurnie's groin discomfort became noticeable during the game, leading to his substitution, both for his well-being and to protect him from further harm.
