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While United did well to restrict Arsenal's chances, it had just two shots on target itself, long-range strikes from Casemiro and Antony.

The Red Devils have had to contend with a number of injury problems this season, not least against Arsenal with a makeshift defence fielded.

For that reason, Ten Hag, whose job beyond this season has been called into question, believes the fanbase remains supportive.

"They understand where we are and where this club is," he said. "We have so many injuries in key areas.

"The fans don't get what they deserve, but they understand this and that is why they are behind the team.

"I think that is why they are with us we are united. Hopefully we can pay them back in the future."

Ten Hag pointed out that United was without seven possible starters, forcing him to field veteran Jonny Evans alongside Casemiro at centre-back.

After a difficult game in last week's 4-0 thumping defeat at Palace, Casemiro was at fault again for Arsenal's goal as he was slow getting back up the field, meaning Havertz was onside before teeing up Trossard.

But Ten Hag was not willing to point the finger of blame at the underperforming midfielder.

"In that situation he is a midfielder playing in that position and making a small mistake, but it has hard consequences," he said.

"Before that, in possession we could have done better in others positions. It's details."

Eighth-placed United has won just one of its past eight league matches in a run that includes the Palace humbling.

The Red Devils have lost 19 games in all competitions this season, which is their most since 1977-1978 when also losing 19.

Asked if he believes he is the man to turn things around, Ten Hag said: "I have no doubt about this.

"Mostly, this team has the right spirit and they execute the rules and principles of the game even if they have to adapt in their positions.

"I can only be happy and it is a big compliment for this team that they executed all that they could and they were fighting."