Teddy Sheringham: Rasmus Hojlund Must Be Frustrated with Wingers’ Selfishness

Teddy Sheringham, a former player for Manchester United, suggested that Rasmus Hojlund would not be too pleased with his wingers, Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford, even if the latter two scored and assisted against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

Within three minutes of the game, Hojlund scored his second goal in the Premier League this season. Rashford had the ball taken away from him as he attempted to cut inside and fire.

Fortunately, Hojlund was in the right spot at the right moment to catch it, then he took a few steps to position himself and shoot it into the net’s roof.

Just before halftime, the Dane became a provider as he set up Rashford with a deft, well-timed pass inside the area. With a deft touch, Rashford located the bottom-right corner.

The two United forwards had never scored in the same game before. After the final whistle, Erik ten Hag was eager to commend them on their apparent partnership.

In an interview with reporters, Hojlund also acknowledged that he and Rashford are growing closer on the field.

Sheringham, who was on talkSPORT, stated that the 20-year-old attacker still has reason to be frustrated.

Sheringham stated, “I think it was a great goal from him to start the game off yesterday. I quite like him as a striker.” I simply observe Manchester United’s style of play. He isn’t really fed to score goals—even the one he scored yesterday.

“Rashford sliced through and attempted to reach to a better place when it suԀԀenly dropped for him, giving him a fortunate opportunity that he skillfully concealed. However, they’re not really trying to feed him—that is, they’re not going to go down the outside and throw balls across. The wingers on both sides are cutting in and taking their own shots.

“At this point, it is difficult to assess his scoring rate because he is essentially figҺting off scraps.”

Sheringham said, “You and I would be pulling our hair out!” to Ally McCoist. Declaring to your wingers, “Just come once or twice to the byline and wҺip a ball in.” That’s when I really shine and can maneuver over opponents’ shoulders.”

The 1999 Triple Crown winner said that sometimes timing runs is more crucial than the quality of the ball played by the wingers.

“He must be pulling out his hair when they keep cutting in and getting shots themselves, but that’s when you get your chances.”

He made note of the fact that Rashford has shown a propensity to grab the ball and sprint goalward.

Sheringham pointed out that while this strategy may be effective in certain situations, it would be better for United if the England international periodically tried to produce something for Hojlund.