‘Those are the facts’ – Ten Hag evokes Benitez rant with ‘reality’ boast ahead of Liverpool clash

Erik ten Hag has evoked memories of a notorious Rafael Benitez proclamation in the lead-up to Liverpool’s clash against Manchester United this Sunday.

The Dutchman has begun his third Premier League season under a cloud of scrutiny after a dismal 2023/24 campaign, albeit one which was salvaged in part by a surprise FA Cup triumph, following on from their Carabao Cup win the previous year.

Speaking ahead of today’s showdown at Old Trafford, the 54-year-old was in a bullish mood as he hopes to frustrate the Reds once more.