Copenhagen coach Jacob Neestrup has claimed Wednesday’s performance against Manchester United was his side’s worst in the Champions League this season.
The Danish giants came from behind twice to record a memorable 4-3 victory against 10-man United side.
A brace from summer signing Rasmus Hojlund saw United race to a 2-0 lead, but a controversial red card for Marcus Rashford changed the game before half-time.
Mohamed Elyounoussi and a penalty from Diogo Goncalves brought the hosts level before the break.
The Red Devils restored their lead when Bruno Fernandes scored a debatable penalty of his own in the 69th minute.
But Copenhagen again came back, with Lukas Lerager and then Roony Bardghji sealing a dramatic victory to move Copenhagen up to second in Group A.
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Neestrup says his team finally got what they deserved after picking up just one point from their opening three group matches.
However, in an alarming verdict for United, he admitted it was the least impressed he had been of Copenhagen.
“We were the second-best team on the pitch on the whole first half until the red card. That of course changed momentum for the next 15 minutes in the first half, where we scored two goals.
“I’m not satisfied with the start of the second half. Of course, the red card changed the opportunities in the game and for me as Copenhagen coach, it was by far our weakest performance in the group stage so far.
“So if you take the picture today, then we maybe didn’t deserve three or maybe even one point. But if you take it over four rounds, then it’s very, very well deserved that Copenhagen is in second place.
“Because I believe we have been the second-best team over four games. Not today, but over four games.”
United will hope to beat Bayern and Galatasaray in their last two games in the group to stand a chance of progressing into the round of 16.
Erik ten Hag’s men currently seat bottom in the group with three points.
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This comment from Neestrup might be alarming for Manchester United, as it suggests that even in a game where Copenhagen secured a significant victory, their coach was not satisfied with their performance, indicating potential room for improvement.
very aspersive article yours!