Some Manchester United players asked for day off after defeat by Fulham

NO DAY OFF: Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag after their defeat to Fulham. Photo credit: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.

A number of Manchester United players complained to coaching staff that they wanted Sunday off after Saturday’s 2-1 defeat by Fulham despite Erik ten Hag’s squad usually going in after a match day for warm-downs and video analysis.

The request caused surprise given the insipid display and it being part of the manager’s normal routine. It was rejected by staff, who reminded the players of their commitments, with Ten Hag thought to be unaware.