Follow usManchester United’s manager Erik Ten Hag believes his team were inspired by late great Sir Bobby Charlton in their 2-1 win over Sheffield United on Saturday night.
Charlton’s death was announced only 4 hours before kick-off and all the attention was shifted towards the news.
“Of course we are very sad and our thoughts are with his family and especially his wife Lady Norma, his children and his grandchildren,” said Ten Hag.
“It is a legend, a giant passing away. His achievements are so immense and huge. It is global, not only England; you see the facts he achieved is incredible.
“A big personality and an example for all of us as a footballer and also in society and global wide.
“It was an extra motivation, absolutely.”
In the end United snatched the win in the closing stages thanks to Diogo Dalot’s screamer to help his team breathe a sigh of relief. Next up for the Red Devils is derby clash with Manchester City at Old Trafford and they would need all the tools possible if they want to snatch something away from the match.
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