Christian Eriksen points finger of blame for Man Utd loss to Wolves

Christian Eriksen has pointed the finger at 's lack of sharpness in front of goal for their defeat to Wolves, dismissing suggestions that fatigue from their Europa League exploits played a part. The Red Devils, under Ruben Amorim's guidance, were back on the pitch a mere 63 hours following their thrilling 5-4 extra-time victory over Lyon in the Europa League quarter-finals last Thursday.

By making five changes to the team to manage the toll of the intense European clash, Amorim prioritised preparations for the upcoming semi-final against Athletic Club over domestic league concerns. United, despite the quick turnaround, put up a commendable performance, but it was Wolves' Pablo Sarabia who made the difference with a decisive free-kick, handing them a 1-0 win at Old Trafford.

Eriksen attributed the loss to a shortfall in finishing rather than the tight schedule. "I think it was pretty easy to get over," said the seasoned playmaker. "I think obviously we changed a lot of the team from Thursday... we had our chances (on Sunday).

"No matter if we played Thursday or not, I think we had enough energy to win the game and, in the end, it was just small details. We weren't good enough in the last end.

"It is football, in a nutshell. Sometimes if you have a good game but don't score any goals, then the opposition will always have a chance to take the lead and take the win. Unfortunately, they did that."

On an otherwise gloomy day for United, the silver linings were the promising displays from young talents Tyler Fredricson, who made his debut at 20, and Harry Amass, 18, as he earned his first start at Old Trafford.

"I'm happy for both," Eriksen said to MUTV. "Obviously Harry has played a few games, but Tyler has trained with us a few times and performed (on Sunday). I think he's a bright kid.

"I mean, they're both really working hard and earning their chance in the team. I think they can both be very proud of what they've achieved.

"They look very comfortable. I hope they enjoyed it and keep the memory apart from the loss, but for their own development I think they'll be very proud."

United are raring to go as they prepare for their next outing against Bournemouth on the following Sunday, with a possible drop behind Wolves, who play an already-relegated Leicester side after being energised by Sarabia's match-winning performance at Old Trafford.

Wolves have witnessed an astonishing revival under Vitor Pereira, with their win on Sunday marking the first time they've chalked up five top-flight victories in a row since 1970.

"It's a massive victory," declared hero Sarabia to the Premier League. "We are very happy for this win and for me as well. Very happy for me and my team.

"We are fighting every single game. We try to do our best and we are improving a lot. It was a very difficult season for us, but we are enjoying now.

"I think this team needed a change. With Vitor, something changed. The most important thing is that the players are very happy on the pitch and because of this it is possible to do the best on the pitch."