One mistake proved decisive. Ten Hag commented on the frustrating loss to Fulham

Manchester United's head coach, Erik ten Hag, commented on the disappointing defeat of his team against Fulham in the 26th round of the Premier League.

The Mancunians leveled the score in the 89th minute but conceded in stoppage time, suffering their first defeat in 2024.

"Our mistake?It was a throw-in [for Fulham] in the corner, we had them under pressure and we have one player in the wrong position. As a team we should manage that and make sure everyone is in the right position. We let them escape and it is avoidable.

The team showed big character to fight back, we deserved the equaliser and went for the win - we showed big personality and character. It was that mistake. Before that we went for the win and we should have taken our opportunities.

Shaw and Hojlund injuries? With the squad we had today we should have won this game. Both halves were slow starts and we should be ready from the first whistle. That's a point of criticism but the team showed big character in both halves." ten Hag said.

Manchester United currently occupies the sixth position in the Premier League table, trailing the Champions League qualification zone by eight points.