Gary Neville has fiercely criticized Manchester United following their disappointing 1-1 draw with Fulham, labeling the display an ‘absolute disgrace’. The match, held at Craven Cottage, saw Matheus Cunha save the Red Devils with a deflected strike in the 89th minute, after Lisandro Martinez had inadvertently given the Cottagers the lead through an own goal.

Despite registering 29 shots throughout the game, United struggled to find the back of the net, raising further scrutiny on manager Michael Carrick. This draw follows a week of poor performances, including losses to Manchester City and Brighton in the League Cup, leaving the team in a precarious position.

Neville, commenting on Sky Sports, expressed his disbelief, stating it was the “worst 15 minutes of football” he could recall since he began supporting the club. He elaborated on his concerns, pointing out the players’ lack of urgency:

• “They walked around the pitch,” he noted.
• “I’ve never seen a Manchester United team walk out of possession as much as that.”

He urged Carrick to reassess the team’s defensive strategies, highlighting that several attacking players were neglecting their defensive responsibilities. Neville emphasized the need for a “rebalance” in the squad, mentioning key players like Mbeumo, Rashford, and Bruno Fernandes, who need to improve their contributions off the ball.

Concluding his critique, Neville lamented, “For 60 minutes, Manchester United were an absolute disgrace. Nowhere near good enough without the ball.” The pressure mounts on Carrick as United seeks to regain form and consistency.