“It’s either they SELL him now, or I’ll leave this CLUB. Enough is enough. As a goalkeeper, I have to speak out. His performances are below average, and the board needs to take action,” declared an irate Andre Onana, expressing frustration with a Manchester United teammate’s subpar display and threatening to leave unless the player is sold.
Brighton Defeat Exposes United’s Weaknesses
Manchester United suffered another setback, losing 3-1 at Old Trafford to Brighton, failing to secure consecutive home victories.
The game started poorly for United, with Mitoma caught off guard by Mazraoui, whose cross set up Minteh to score within the first five minutes.
Though United managed to equalize through a Bruno Fernandes penalty, awarded after a lengthy VAR review, the second half brought more challenges.
A potential Brighton goal was disallowed due to a foul on Dalot, but Mitoma later capitalized on a mistake by Mazraoui to restore Brighton’s lead.
The final blow came when Andre Onana mishandled a routine cross, gifting Rutter an easy goal and sealing United’s defeat. Despite late efforts, United couldn’t recover.
Key Takeaways from the Match
1. **Rúben Amorim May Need to Change His Approach**
Amorim has vowed not to criticize referees, but recent decisions have tested his resolve. Referee Peter Bankes appeared hesitant to make calls in United’s favor, with delays even on clear decisions like Fernandes’ penalty.
Questionable incidents involving Minteh and Baleba added to the frustration. Amorim may need to challenge the narrative to address these recurring issues.
2. **Amad’s Influence Shines Again**
Amad Diallo was a standout performer, driving United’s attack with his creativity and pressing. He played a crucial role in winning the penalty and consistently troubled Brighton’s defense.
Amad’s ability to draw defenders and create space for teammates continues to make him the team’s most valuable player.
Conclusion
The loss to Brighton highlighted Manchester United’s ongoing struggles, with Onana’s public outburst underscoring deeper issues within the squad.
As pressure mounts on Amorim, decisive action—both on and off the pitch—may be needed to steer the team back on course.
