Hojlund Details Match Challenges and Bruno Fernandes’ Influence

Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund, in an interview with TNT Sports, commented on the challenging conditions during the match, stating: “It was a bit difficult out there. It was very cold today and the pitch was a bit boggy as well, but we solved it in the second half.” He further explained the team’s tactical adjustments, noting: “I think we didn’t play too direct in the first-half. We needed to play over them and behind them more because there was space to run into. Especially with the boggy pitch I was talking about, if we won the second balls, you can play from there.” Regarding the decisive goal, Hojlund remarked on the influence of a teammate: “I have watched Bruno [Fernandes] do that before. I remember the goal with Anthony Martial when he did the chip for him. I just thought I had a good opportunity because I am strong, I could push the defender and spin him and finish.” Addressing the team’s development under Ruben Amorim, Hojlund stated: “We still need more time. It’s still very early days. It’s about getting our routines together and it’s getting there. But it still needs practice and time.” He added: “I know it sounds odd, but we don’t get enough time on the training ground, so we have to train it during the matches. But it’s getting better and better.”