Erik ten Hag claims that although though Manchester United is currently 11 points behind Aston Villa, they can still make it into the Champions League for the following season.

During Sunday’s 3-1 loss, a stubborn United manager asserted that they were the victim of two “debatable” decisions made by Andrew Madley in the lead-up to Manchester City’s first two goals.

Ten Hag also thinks they have enough to surprise the top four despite having a severely injured team.

Ten Hag stated, “It can be a quick turnaround.” We aim to go closer when we play Everton in another final the following Saturday. We must take it on. We must prevail in our games.

We must contend for fifth place since it may also be a Champions League spot. We are making great progress this year, so you need to make up some ground. Everyone is capable of defeating everyone.

Despite their 3-1 loss, Erik ten Hag is adamant that Manchester United can still qualify for the Champions League.

Ten Hag’s team now trails Aston Villa in fourth place by 11 points following the Manchester derby setback.

The Dutchman disclosed that neither Jonny Evans nor Marcus Rashford, the game’s top scorer, were 100 percent fit when they were substituted off the field with the score at 1-1.

Evans and Rashford battled to demonstrate their suitability for the derby, and United will now try to get the two back in time for the match.

Ten Hag defended his practical strategy, pointing out that United had only 26% of the ball and that Rashford’s early wonder goal was their sole attempt on goal.

He said, “You can take the initiative while defending.” “We experienced our share of moments.” We gave a magnificent defence. Here, we had a great chance to either win or at least draw. The pivotal moments did not go in our favour.

Ten Hag meant that Madley would not call a foul for Rashford’s collision with Kyle Walker just before City equalised, and Ederson’s challenge on Alejandro Garnacho just before the home team took the lead.

Jonny Evans was taken out of the game before it even started due to health concerns.

The Man United manager criticised two “debatable” calls made on Sunday by referee Andrew Madley.

Regarding the first, Ten Hag stated, “There was contact.” When I saw it again, it was incredibly soft. However, you are aware that you are out of control when travelling at full speed and you are touched, which is what has happened.

Both the performance and the cohesiveness were excellent. We may have won by narrow margins on another day.