The Manchester United boss, 52, saw his side slump to a 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton on the opening weekend of the season. 4 Erik ten Hag enjoyed dinner at Piccolino in Hale on Sunday night Credits: Eamonn and James Clarke 4 He was joined by friends and family as they all chose similar outfitsCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke 4 The Manchester United boss stopped to sign autographs outside the restaurantCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke Pascal Gross struck twice in the first half for the Seagulls, who were gifted behind a poor Alexis MacAllister own goal. But Ten Haag walked away with nothing and went out for dinner at the upmarket Piccolino restaurant in Hale on Sunday night. The Dutchman rocks a white long-sleeved T-shirt, black trousers and white trainers carrying a black rucksack as he leaves the posh restaurant. He was surrounded by friends and family after polishing off his dinner. And despite the disappointing result, the former Ajax boss still took time to sign an autograph for a United fan. Ten Haag bemoaned his side’s opening day performance and admitted he has a “hell of a job” on his hands. The Dutchman added: “It’s definitely a setback. It’s a real disappointment and we have to deal with it. “I’m not completely satisfied because we’re losing and it’s not necessary. We should have done things better. FREE BET AND SIGN UP OFFERS – BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS “We gave away two easy balls and the organization was a big mistake. We clarified how to deal with situations. It was unnecessary. “We have to take the lessons and learn quickly from this. We don’t have time and we have to deliver.” Paul Scholes described the performances of Scott McTominay and Fred in the middle immediately after the game as “criminal”. And it was still foaming the next morning. He wrote on his Instagram story: “Thoughts for the week. “MDFs (midfielders) are all about body shape when they receive the ball, many times they are facing their own goal and they can only play one way… “Go into the ‘half turn’ for the sake of the effect and bring your most talented players into the game. “Good week to everyone”. 4 Ten Hag let loose after his side lost 2-1 at home to BrightonCredit: PA