Man United's Erik ten Hag 'happy' with his team despite Man City's FA Cup sweep

Erik ten Hag has voiced his pride in Manchester United squad following ir FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City on Saturday. Despite doubts about ir chances against Premier League champions and Champions League finalists, United played admirably in match, eventually losing 2-1. ir already difficult task was made even more difficult when Ilkay Gundogan capitalized on a sloppy clearance from Victor Lindelof to score game's first goal just 13 seconds into game.

Although United appeared to be on verge of collapse following early setback, y were able to wear City's early onslaught and gradually grew into match, effectively suffocating ir opponents. ir chance for a comeback came when Jack Grealish was penalized for handball, which Bru Fernandes confidently converted from spot.

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second half showed a delicately balanced situation, but it was  Manchester City who ultimately secured victory. City's captain Gundogan left unmarked on edge of box, delivered a decisive volley that eluded a helpless David de Gea. Manchester United made valiant efforts to equalize, led by determined Alejandro Garnacho, but City successfully held on to ir lead, moving closer to completing a treble.

What did Erik Ten Hag say in dressing room?

Reflecting on match, Ten Hag described atmosphere in dressing room, stating, "We are broken, disappointed of course, but I said I am proud of my team,"  As quoted by BBC. "We did very well, we conceded two soft goals but we were in game.

Erik ten Hag expressed his feelings and emotions about his team's performance. When he mentioned being "broken" and "disappointed," he was expressing intense emotions felt in locker room following loss. It reflects club's financial investment and desire to win FA Cup.

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Ten Hag was proud of his team's performance in final, ackwledging ir hard work and determination. He also praised ir defensive resilience and organization, emphasizing ir spirit, character, and personality. He ackwledged team's shortcomings but also highlighted positive aspects of ir performance, emphasizing ir resilience and lessons to take into upcoming season.