Manchester United’s pre-season tour opened with a controversial 1–0 defeat to Norwegian club Rosenborg BK at the Lerkendal Stadium in Trondheim. A last-minute goal from Noah Holm in the 93rd minute sealed a dramatic victory for the hosts, triggering immediate media backlash and furious criticism from United manager Erik ten Hag.
The scandal stemmed from Ten Hag’s scathing post-match press conference, where he publicly condemned his players for delivering a performance “below the standard of top football”. Ten Hag rejected excuses regarding match fitness, asserting that Manchester United “do not play friendlies” and that winning must remain the absolute expectation. Fans and pundits heavily criticised the lacklustre display from a line-up containing established senior stars including Marcus Rashford, Casemiro, and Mason Mount.
Adding to the tension were several heavy challenges from Rosenborg players, notably an aggressive tackle on Casemiro that left Ten Hag angered on the touchline. The match exposed deep tactical flaws and lack of sharpness, setting off early alarm bells among the board and supporters alike. Red Devils fans expressed widespread disappointment online, turning a routine pre-season fixture into a widely discussed scandal regarding club standards and discipline.
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