Erik Ten Hag hits out at ’embarrassing’ media reaction to Manchester United’s FA Cup win over Coventry.calling it a “disgrace”.
United will face rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup final for the second year running after a narrow victory over Championship side Coventry at Wembley on Sunday.
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But Ten Hag fought back after the Red Devils were widely condemned for almost spoiling the match, having led 3-0 with 20 minutes remaining.
United were heavily criticized by pundits and fans, with Jamie Carragher claiming the manner of play was so poor it would cost the Dutchman his job.
Asked if he understood the answer during a press conference ahead of Wednesday’s clash with Sheffield United, the fiery Ten Hag replied: “No, absolutely not.
“Football is about results. We reached the final and we deserved it.
“We lost control for 20 minutes and ended up being very lucky, but we reached the final. It’s a huge achievement.
“The reaction from you (the media) has been embarrassing. Twice (two FA Cup finals) in two years is magnificent.
“For me as a manager, four cup finals in four years. The comments are a shame.
This isn’t the first time Ten Hag has lashed out at the media, walking out of his press conference earlier this month after refusing to answer a question.
United reached the FA Cup final after beating Coventry on penalties while leading 3-0 with 20 minutes remaining.
The Championship side almost pulled off one of the biggest upsets in FA Cup history when Ellis Simms and Callum O’Hare scored in the 71st and 79th minutes before Haji Wright converted from the penalty spot. 95th minute.
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This sent the match into extra time where Coventry thought they had won it in the 121st minute when Victor Torp scored, but Wright was slightly offside in the build-up, sending the match to penalties.
O’Hare and Ben Sheaf missed their spot kicks as Rasmus Hojlund converted the winning penalty to spark celebrations in the United camp.
This included Antony, who was spotted goading Coventry players, but Ten Hag insisted the Brazilian was provoked first.
“He (Antony) was (provoked) and should not react like this,” he said.
“You didn’t see the provocation, only the reaction, but he shouldn’t do it.
“We have to recognize Coventry’s performance, coming back in the 70th minute when we were dominating the game.
“The match must be closed, but the return of their team was very good.”
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