Erik ten Hag is preparing to manage a crucial game, one in which a loss would not be an option. The match, honoring Van der Maarel’s 17-year tenure with the Eredivisie club, is set against the current Utrecht team, making it technically unbeatable for Utrecht. At 37 years old, Van der Maarel requested a favor from Ten Hag, who had previously been a player and manager at Utrecht, and Ten Hag was happy to oblige after obtaining permission from United. To make the Dutchman feel at home, Utrecht’s team even sports red and white, the traditional colors.

Ten Hag has returned to his homeland for a much-needed break as the pressure on him increases at Old Trafford. Amidst the Nations League qualifiers, Ten Hag took time off to visit his son Nigel and daughters Kelly and Indy. It is anticipated that almost 24,000 fans will fill the Stadion Galgenwaard for the match, and the former coach is guaranteed a warm reception. Additionally, the community members are treated to special offers, promotions, and advertisements from the club and its partners.

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