Erik ten Hag praises the impact of Man Utd substitutes after Fred goal v Nottingham Forest

Speaking in his press conference to preview this weekend’s game away to Wolverhampton Wanderers, Erik expressed his pride at the way players who are not named in his starting line-up can still influence the proceedings.

“We need impact from the bench,” said Ten Hag. “And I am happy once again it was a player who came from the bench, Fred, who is scoring a goal. I think all the subs who came on [against Forest] did really well.

“In the offensive department, you need players coming from the bench who will have an impact on the game, whether you need a goal or, if you are leading, [someone] that can go for a counter attack and keep the win on your side.”