Shaw slams United's set-piece preparation after Hull loss

Manchester United's opening day defeat to Hull exposed their set-piece frailties, and Luke Shaw didn't hold back.

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What happened. Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull on the opening day, with goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy. Luke Shaw criticized his team's preparation and defending on set pieces.

• Shaw said United knew Hull's strengths from set plays.
• He admitted the team could prepare better collectively.
• The defeat cost United three points in their first game.

“We knew they were going to be good from set-plays and ultimately it’s cost us the three points today.”

— Luke Shaw

United will need to address their set-piece issues quickly to avoid further slip-ups in the league.

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