Man Utd boss Ten Hag says he'll speak to Antony over showboating

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28 Oct 2022 • 6:51 AM MYT
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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says he will "correct" Antony if he feels the Brazil winger is unnecessarily showboating.

Antony, United's £85m summer signing, entertained the home fans during Thursday's 3-0 Europa League Group E win over Sheriff Tiraspol by producing a 720-degree spin with the ball stuck to his left foot.

His next move was to knock it straight out for a Sheriff goal-kick.

Ten Hag denied it was the reason he substituted Antony at half-time.

"I don't have a problem with tricks as long as it's functional," said Ten Hag, who also managed Antony at Ajax.

"I demand more from him - more runs behind, more often in the box and more playing in the pocket.

"When there is a trick like that, it's nice as long as it's functional. If you're not losing the ball, then it's OK - but if it's a trick because of a trick, then I will correct him."

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