‘There are players who stopped running and gave up. For Manchester United it is unacceptable’, criticizes Roy Keane

After three consecutive wins at the Etihad Stadium between the Premier League and the League Cup, Manchester United succumbed to its citizen rival. It was a resounding defeat. Especially when Riyad Mahrez scored the third goal. Ralf Rangnick’s men surrendered. They lowered their arms and earned criticism from the legendary Roy Keane and Gary Neville after the game.

“The worst thing that can be said about United is that they gave up. Giving up in a match is unforgivable. The beauty of top-tier sport is that there is no place to hide. I know that Manchester United have done well in recent years against City, but today they showed all their flaws,” he said. roy keane before the cameras of Sky Sports. “There are players who haven’t had a good performance and players who didn’t come down to defend. They stopped running and gave up. I do not get it. The manager will be criticized for his tactics, but players not running when you play for Manchester United is unacceptable. It’s a shame that they will throw in the towel”, concluded the Irishman.

He wasn’t the only Red Devils captain to show his outrage at Manchester United’s loss and performance. Gary Neville. “The end of his match was very weak. They were a disgrace in the last 25 minutes. It’s the first time Ralf Rangnick has played against a real team, and they’ve given them a good shake.” (D)