Manchester United is going through a critical moment under Erik ten Hag, with worrying stats that not only concern the fans but also highlight some questionable decisions. Since the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson left, United’s Premier League numbers have taken a nosedive.

One of the most striking stats is that United has lost more matches by three or more goals in their last 424 games than they did in 1,035 league matches under the Scotsman. This brutal difference shows just how fragile their defense is and how inconsistent the current squad has become.

That inconsistency is alarming. United has only won two of their last eight Premier League games against teams in the bottom half of the table. What’s worse, both wins were against newly promoted teams, which exposes their worrying inability to dominate weaker sides. This shows a lack of character and a failure to step up in situations where the Red Devils used to impose themselves with authority.

The recent 3-0 loss to Tottenham was a devastating blow for Ten Hag and his team. It wasn’t just another heavy defeat; it exposed serious tactical issues and a lack of ideas from a team that looks lost. Four slip-ups in six matches highlight Ten Hag’s struggle to implement an effective style of play, and both the board and the fans are starting to lose patience, especially after the hope that came with recent cup titles.

Things look even worse when you look at the situation at Old Trafford, where United has only scored one goal in the Premier League this season. That lone goal, courtesy of Joshua Zirkzee in the season opener against Fulham, has barely masked what can only be described as a disastrous start to the season. The numbers speak for themselves, and they’re only adding more pressure on the Dutch manager.

The recent success in cup competitions now feels like a mirage, as the team is stuck in a cycle of errors, both defensively and offensively, that’s pushing them further away from the league’s top teams. The 11-year drought without a Premier League title seems to be dragging on indefinitely, with a squad that just isn’t showing the competitive edge needed to challenge for the top spots.

If United doesn’t turn things around drastically, the consequences for Ten Hag could be severe. The team has the resources, but their inability to make the most of them is keeping them far from their glorious past. At a club where expectations are always sky-high, the harsh stats reflecting their poor performance could be the final nail in the coffin for the manager.