Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag remains optimistic about their Champions League prospects despite a recent setback. Following their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Premier League, Ten Hag acknowledges the challenge ahead. With the Red Devils currently sitting in sixth place with 44 points and a -2 goal difference after 27 fixtures, they trail behind Liverpool (63), Manchester City (62), Arsenal (58), Aston Villa (55), and Tottenham (50).
However, with UEFA expanding the Champions League next season, Ten Hag sees an opportunity for United to secure a spot by finishing fifth in the league. He emphasized the importance of aiming for this position, stating to reporters, “Number five can also be a position for the Champions League, so we have to fight for it.”
