Erik ten Hag made the mistake of underestimating the opponent, did not innovate and failed

The Manchester derby was a game where the teams arrived with a good streak, Man Utd's was based on four consecutive winning games in the Premier League, even against rivals that are title contenders like Liverpool, and the tournament leader, Arsenal.

According to the betting sites, Pep Guardiola's team was favored, but not by as much difference as was seen in the game, the team was exhibited in all its facets, the players looked out of rhythm and as if they were not coming from a positive streak.

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Erik ten Hag spoke highly of his players, even referring to Maguire as a player who will return to a high level despite having two very significant errors in England. The Red Devils will be with many doubts after what happened at Etihad Stadium.

While Pep Guardiola came out with a different approach and lineup than usual, the Dutch coach, who had his first appearance in a Manchester derby, did things very similar to what he had done in recent weeks, a mistake that paid dearly.

Erik ten Hag did not innovate and Man City were able to find a way to dominate the game

Erik ten Hag's strategy was without much substance, he simply repeated a lineup that has worked for him, even fielding a Marcus Rashford who had been training for less than 48 hours after his injury, than fielding Cristiano Ronaldo who is the top scorer in the history of football, is experienced and has stayed healthy.