Bruno Fernandes expressed the need for Manchester United to adopt a more aggressive approach in their upcoming Europa League semi-final against Athletic Club. Following a frustrating draw with Bournemouth, where United dominated yet failed to secure a win, Fernandes emphasized the importance of mental focus and intensity. He acknowledged the teamâs struggles in the Premier League and called for an enhanced effort in training and matches. With the upcoming game being crucial, he insisted that getting the ball first and increasing offensive pressure will be key factors for success against Athletic Club's quick wingers.
Both teams are very intense with very quick wingers who are very good in one-v-ones. We have time now to try and focus on what Athletic are going to do, but we have to focus on what we're going to do.
It was very important not to lose [against Bournemouth]. We're not at the best level in the Premier League, so we needed to get something. It's not the result we wanted, but we had to push a little to get something.
We need to be have more anger than the defenders to get the ball. To get [the ball] first, you need to be focused in everything you do in training.
Sometimes you get one chance and you score a goal, and sometimes you get 10 or 15 chances and don't score. With the team we have, we need to get more bodies in the box.
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