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“He frustrates his teammates ” Red Legend slams Antony after Manchester United defeat to Nottingham Forest
“He frustrates his teammates ” Red Legend slams Antony after Manchester United defeat to Nottingham Forest
Peter Schmeichel has urged Erik ten Hag to “rethink” Antony’s position at Manchester United.
The Brazilian was hooked before the hour mark as United slumped to a dismal 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. In truth, Antony could have been subbed off earlier as, once again, he failed to make an impression.
Another ineffective display means the winger has now failed to register a goal or an assist in 15 Premier League games this season. As it stands, Antony is yet to justify the £85.5million fee United forked out to sign him from Ajax 18 months ago.
Last week, former United goalkeeper Schmeichel questioned why Ten Hag chose to sign Antony over Mohammed Kudus. The West Ham United ace has starred under David Moyes in 2023-24, bagging six league goals, having also worked under Ten Hag at Ajax.
“There’s something about that boy (Kudus),” Schmeichel told Premier League Productions on December 23. “He’s special. I don’t get it if he (Ten Hag) knows these boys very well, why did he pick Antony ahead of Kudus?”
At half-time during the Forest defeat, Schmeichel doubled down on his Antony criticism, insisting Ten Hag must reconsider how to get the best out of him. The ex-goalkeeper also claimed the winger has started to “frustrate” his United teammates.
“I really think Erik ten Hag should rethink Antony’s position,” he said. “He doesn’t give much to the team. He frustrates his teammates. It’s really frustrating.”
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Onana the Hero: Fans can’t believe what Southampton did seconds before penalty vs Man Utd
Onana the Hero: Fans can’t believe what Southampton did seconds before penalty vs Man Utd
Fans were left confused after seeing what Southampton players did before their missed penalty against Manchester United.
The Saints were given an opportunity to take the lead at St Mary’s on 32 minutes after debutant Tyler Dibling was brought down in the area by Diogo Dalot.
Cameron Archer stepped up to take the spot kick, but Andre Onana got down well to his right to keep it out.
United then cleared, and scored themselves just two minutes later through defender Matthijs de Ligt.
It was therefore a nightmare passage of play for Russell Martin’s side as they look to register their first point in the Premier League season.
Marcus Rashford then made it 2-0 before half-time with a curling 25-yard finish with his right foot.
But prior to the missed penalty, fans were surprised at what Southampton chose to do.
Ben Brereton Diaz looked as if he was about to take the penalty, but stepped back and allowed Archer to take it instead.
There was then a significant wait before the penalty was taken, with Archer missing from 12 yards.
Andre Onana stops Cameron Archer from 12 yards 🤩
A brilliant chance for Southampton to take the lead early on 🫣
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“They want me out of the club but i am determined to stay at Man United and fight for his place with £375k-a-week midfielder to REJECT any offers to move to Turkey
“They want me out of the club but i am determined to stay at Man United and fight for his place with £375k-a-week midfielder to REJECT any offers to move to Turkey
Casemiro is determined to fight for his place at Manchester United and will reject any offers to sign for Galatasaray before the transfer window closes in Turkey next week.
The Istanbul club are weighing up a move for the Brazil midfielder who was substituted at half-time in United’s defeat to Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday after his mistakes led to two goals by Luis Diaz
It was the latest setback for Casemiro whose form has dipped since an outstanding first season at United following his £70million move from Real Madrid in 2022.
The 32-year-old has been left out of Brazil’s squad for the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay.
His place at United is under threat from Manuel Ugarte after the Uruguayan arrived in a £50.5millon deal from Paris Saint-Germain last week, but it’s understood that Casemiro has no interest in leaving Old Trafford at the moment.
He is the club’s top earner on £375,000-a-week and it’s unlikely Galatasaray, who have until a week on Friday to make a move before the Turkish deadline, could afford his wages.
United are expecting Casemiro back in training after the international break to prepare for their next game against Southampton.
The club have been open to offers for the five-time Champions League winner, and former football director John Murtough travelled to Saudi Arabia in December to gauge the level of interest.
However, there were no bids before the Saudi Pro League window closed on Monday night.
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VAR told they made ‘baffling’ error during Liverpool’s win over Man United as former striker hits out at decision at Old Trafford
VAR told they made ‘baffling’ error during Liverpool’s win over Man United as former striker hits out at decision at Old Trafford
The VAR for Liverpool’s 3-0 dismantling of Man United on Sunday has been told that they made a ‘baffling’ mistake.
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot made it three wins from three as his side cruised to a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford.
Luis Diaz netted twice before Mo Salah sealed the three points with a crisp finish as Erik ten Hag found himself back under huge pressure once again.
And it could have been more if an incident during the second half had been reviewed.
United new boy Noussair Mazraoui appeared to catch Cody Gakpo from behind in the area but referee Anthony Taylor played the advantage which resulted in Darwin Nunez shooting wide.
Replays showed the challenge was made in the area and former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor believes VAR should have stepped in to award the penalty.
VAR John Brooks and assistant Harry Lennard did not review it and Mellor was left baffled
He tweeted two images to justify his thoughts, writing: ‘referee sees foul on Gakpo and indicates advantage… Nunez shoots wide,’ Mellor wrote.
‘Contact was inside the area… so why hasn’t VAR told him he was right and contact in area so should be a pen? Baffling decision.’
The decision had little impact on the result with United well beaten by their rivals on the day.
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