Erik Ten Hag delivers rare first criticism of Manchester United for conceding against Melbourne Victory
FootballNew Man United Summer Signing Scores in His First Game for The Red Devils
- Christian Eriksen was among Man United's goalscorers as the Red Devils hammered Wrexham 4-1 in a friendly clash
- The Danish star was only unveiled as a United player on Tuesday, July 26, and made his debut for the club a day later
- And he wasted no time proving his worth as he netted once to play a role in United's comfortable win over the lower-tier side
- Lisandro Martinez, who signed for the Red Devils from Ajax, was also afforded some minutes under his belt
Christian Eriksen has offered Manchester United fans an early glimpse of what to expect from him following his sensational Old Trafford move.
The Dane joined the Red Devils on a free transfer after his short deal with Brentford expired at the end of last season.
Eriksen was officially unveiled as a Man United player on Tuesday, July 26, alongside Lisandro Martinez, who joined the Old Trafford dwellers from Ajax.
And Erik ten Hag immediately drafted Eriksen into his squad as United took on Wrexham at Carrington Training Ground in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday, July 27.
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Christian Eriksen scores on his Man United debut
The 30-year-old did not waste time proving his worth as he netted on his debut for his new side.
The Sun reports that the Denmark international was on the scoresheet as United demolished the lower-tier side 4-1.
According to the publication, Eriksen's goal bodes well for the midfielder as he looks to secure himself a starting spot in Ten Hag's team.
Meanwhile, Erkisen's goal caught the eye of United fans, who quickly took to social media to share their views.
One said:
"25+ goals from Eriksen will win us the league."
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FootballAnother added:
"Eriksen just scored in a behind closed doors friendly. Rivals be scared."
A third noted:
"Eriksen scored straight away? I'm totally here for it."
Erik ten Hag punishes Man United star for coming late
Earlier, Sports Brief reported Erik Ten Hag's strictness came to the fore during United's pre-season tour in Australia after he axed an unnamed player from the team for being late.
It is believed that Ten Hag was planning to involve the player in one of the fixtures but decided to get rid of him for turning up late for a team meeting.
Ten Hag has built a strong reputation at Old Trafford as a disciplinarian since his arrival from Ajax.