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Erik ten Hag hails Man United's 'resilience' after fighting back to secure draw against Athletic Bilbao but admits they conceded a 'stupid' opening goal

Erik ten Hag praised Manchester United's character after they fought back from conceding a 'stupid' goal to end their pre-season campaign with a draw against Athletic Bilbao.

Facundo Pellestri's stoppage-time equaliser, which was set up by Harry Maguire, secured a 1-1 draw with 10-man Bilbao at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

However for the second time in 48 hours, they had to come from behind after Maguire's error had gifted the LaLiga outfit a first-half lead.

Ten Hag told the club's official website: 'In one weekend, two times we are losing, but you see this team have character and that's what you need in a season as well.