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Erik ten Hag admits Manchester United's defence folded 'like a pack of cards' for Melbourne Victory's goal in pre-season clash - but refuses to blame Harry Maguire or Victor Lindelof because 'it is the team who made mistakes'

Erik ten hag has admitted Manchester United's defence folded 'like a pack of cards' in the Red Devils' latest pre-season encounter.

In the first half of the match against Melbourne Victory, United's high line was exposed with left-back Luke Shaw up the pitch, meaning Victor Lindelof was pulled out of position before Chris Ikonomidis pipped Harry Maguire to a cross to put the hosts into a surprise lead.

United were renown for their poor defensive record last season, and have moved to try and improve things with the addition of Tyrell Malacia, with Argentine centre-back Lisandro Martinez almost through the door.