Erik ten Hag gives robust defence of Hojlund and Mainoo subs after fan backlash

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Erik ten Hag gives robust defence of Hojlund and Mainoo subs after fan backlash

The youngsters were taken off with United in need of a goal (Picture: Getty) Erik ten Hag has defended his decision to substitute Rasmus Hojlund and Kobbie Mainoo in Manchester United’s frustrating 1-1 draw with Burnley on Saturday. The pair were withdrawn when the game was still goalless in the 65th minute, with Amad Diallo and Scott McTominay coming on in their place, and the move was met with groans from the Old Trafford crowd. It looked as t…