Gab and Juls: Is time nearly up for Erik ten Hag?
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See all- Liverpool and Manchester United's 2-2 draw was a tale of missed opportunities for Liverpool, who could have scored multiple goals in the first half.
- Bruno Fernandes' goal for Manchester United changed the game's momentum, despite Liverpool's initial dominance.
- Manchester United's resilience is praised, particularly given their performance in the second half and their ability to bounce back from having no shots in the first half.
- Questions arise around Erik ten Hag's tactical decisions, including the criticism of his handling of the team's inconsistencies and direction.
- Arsenal's 3-0 win over Brighton is noted for their tactical finesse, with positive remarks on Kai Havertz's and Gabriel Jesus' strategic positioning.
- Bayern Munich's defensive vulnerabilities are exposed as they fail to maintain a two-goal lead against Eintracht Frankfurt.
- Tottenham's 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest is crucial for their Champions League qualification aspirations.
- VAR and referee decisions continue to be a contentious issue, with debates over their consistency and accuracy.
- Athletic Bilbao's historic Copa del Rey victory is celebrated, highlighting their remarkable Basque-only player policy.
- Chelsea's inconsistency is scrutinized, with references to their struggles to win consecutive matches and Jules Pochettino's comments on the team's development timeline.
- Juventus finds a rare win against Fiorentina, but concerns are raised about their reliance on old defensive tactics.
- Bayer Leverkusen is on the cusp of winning their first-ever Bundesliga title, supported by an impressive unbeaten streak and individual performances, such as "Kane's" goal-scoring record.
- Roma's victory in the derby against Lazio is marred by controversy over Mancini's celebration with the fans, reflecting the intense emotions in rivalry matches.
- Ajax's shocking 6-0 loss to Feyenoord and internal controversies off the pitch, including allegations of insider trading involving their chief executive, indicate turmoil within the club.