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Erik ten Hag's first season saw a top four finish, Carabao Cup success, new signings excel and masterful handling of the Cristiano Ronaldo storm... but Man United still capitulate in big games, don't score enough and lack a clear philosophy

Erik ten Hag's first season as Manchester United manager ended on a low note as rivals Manchester City beat them in Saturday's FA Cup final.

Despite a quite literal helping hand from Jack Grealish, United were clearly second-best to Pep Guardiola's side at Wembley as City took another step towards emulating the Reds' 1999 Treble.

Ten Hag admitted his side were 'broken' after the defeat but rightly pointed out there are 'a lot of positives to take into next season.'

That is undeniable. The Dutchman has United heading in the right direction again after several years of drift under various predecessors.