Manchester United fans expressed their frustration with a particular player following the team’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham United at the London Stadium.
The loss was a setback for United, who had hoped to build on their recent 2-1 victory over Brentford.
Despite a few promising chances in the first half, United struggled with finishing, exemplified by Diogo Dalot’s missed opportunity, reflecting the team’s broader issues throughout the game.
Things worsened for United in the 74th minute when substitute Crysencio Summerville scored for West Ham after Alejandro Garnacho lost possession, adding to fans’ frustrations.
Although Casemiro temporarily leveled the score with a header in the 81st minute, United’s hopes for a draw were crushed.
In the 92nd minute, a foul by Matthijs de Ligt on Danny Ings led to a penalty that Jarrod Bowen converted, securing West Ham’s victory.
Fans took to social media to voice their disappointment, especially singling out Garnacho for what they considered a poor performance. Sofascore stats showed the young Argentine missed the target three times and lost possession 16 times.
Fans criticized his inconsistency and questioned Ten Hag’s decision to grant him significant playing time. One fan remarked, “Ten Hag is treating Rashford as a backup and Garnacho as a star. The manager’s lost his mind.”
Others criticized Garnacho’s finishing ability, with one saying, “Garnacho’s finishing is terrible—he’s our worst finisher.”
Another added, “He doesn’t contribute much besides effort; there’s no quality, yet he’s always on the pitch.” These comments reflect the growing dissatisfaction among fans, who feel the team lacks tactical adjustments.
This defeat leaves United in a concerning 14th place in the Premier League, only seven points above the relegation zone.
With just one win in their last eight matches across all competitions, United’s form has added pressure on Ten Hag as fans grow increasingly impatient.
Upcoming fixtures, including a Carabao Cup match against Leicester City on October 30 and a critical Premier League game against Chelsea on November 3, could be vital as Ten Hag and the team look to regain stability and address the rising criticism from fans and analysts.
