During Manchester United’s recent 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, Gary Neville delivered a scathing critique of United’s first-half performance. Co-commentating for Sky Sports, Neville was particularly critical of the midfield setup under manager Ruben Amorim. He highlighted the significant gap between Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro, describing it as “embarrassing” and a violation of fundamental football principles. Neville remarked, “The distance between the two central midfield players… breaks all rules in football. Absolute madness.”
Despite fielding a starting XI valued at £448 million, United struggled to find cohesion. Their defensive lapses were evident when James Maddison capitalized on a rebound from Lucas Bergvall’s shot, giving Spurs an early lead.
Neville’s frustration extended to United’s offensive inefficiencies. Alejandro Garnacho squandered a prime opportunity, missing the target from just 11 yards out. This miss underscored a troubling statistic: Garnacho has converted only 14% of his clear chances this season.
Injuries have plagued United, forcing Amorim to include eight teenagers, seven from the academy, on the bench. This lack of experienced depth has raised concerns about the team’s preparedness and strategy. Neville’s commentary reflects a broader sentiment of dissatisfaction among fans and pundits regarding United’s current form and tactical approach.
