What’s wrong with Manchester United?

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes in action during Saturday evening’s match against Newcastle, where United would ultimately suffer defeat

Manchester United’s Tough Week and Ten Hag’s Challenges

United faced a challenging week as they managed just one shot on target in an underwhelming performance against Newcastle, resulting in a 1-0 defeat. This followed a 3-3 draw at Galatasaray, where they collapsed despite being 2-0 and then 3-1 up. The Red Devils’ shortcomings have drawn criticism from both former players and football pundits.

Cascarino Questions Ten Hag’s Control and Squad Ambience

Former premier league striker Tony Cascarino had some harsh critism for Man Utd following their loss.

Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino expressed concerns about Erik ten Hag’s control over the team, suggesting a lack of character and ambience in the dressing room. Cascarino highlighted the disparity between the two teams, indicating that no Manchester United players would make it into the Newcastle team.

Scholes’ Scathing Critique: Lazy Players and Lack of Direction

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes was even more harsh towards his former team and their recent perfomances.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes launched a scathing criticism of the team following their defeat to Newcastle. Scholes described the performance as ‘rubbish’ and singled out ‘too many lazy players’ at the club. He questioned Ten Hag’s management, stating that the recent results are misleading and emphasized the need for hard work, particularly in away games.

Watch his rant here

Focus on Individual Performances: Rashford and Fernandes

Scholes focused on two individual performances, criticizing Marcus Rashford’s attitude after being substituted and questioning Bruno Fernandes’ role in the team. Regarding Rashford, Scholes expressed disappointment in his behavior and emphasized the negative impact on the team. Concerning Fernandes, Scholes highlighted the lack of a defined position, hindering the team’s cohesion.

The Next Challenge: Clash Against Chelsea

With their inconsistencies laid bare, Manchester United faces a crucial test against Chelsea at Old Trafford. The criticism from former players adds to the pressure on Erik ten Hag to address the team’s issues and find a path to recovery in the Premier League.

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