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'It was a VERY bad day at the office': Christian Eriksen claims Man United lacked 'courage' against rivals City after 6-3 thumping at the Etihad... and says Red Devils must 'change a lot' if they are to succeed under Erik ten Hag

Christian Eriksen says Manchester United had 'a very bad day at the office' after they were thumped 6-3 rivals City.

Erik ten Hag's side were brushed aside in embarrassing fashion by their local rivals after Phil Foden and Erling Haaland both netted hat-tricks for the hosts.

Brazilian winger Antony and Anthony Martial restored some credibility for United but it wasn't enough - and Eriksen suggests that the club has 'a lot to change' before they see real progress.

Christian Eriksen says Manchester United lacked 'courage' in their 6-3 defeat to rivals City
The Red Devils found themselves 4-0 down at half-time after a rampant City performance

Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, Eriksen said: 'It came very heavy.