Rooney Slams Amorim and Man United Players After Everton DefeatFormer England striker Wayne Rooney has voiced strong criticism of both Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and the squad following their disappointing 1-0 Premier League loss to Everton on Monday.
The defeat occurred at Old Trafford against a ten-man Everton side. Rooney suggested that both Amorim and the Red Devils players should feel “really disappointed” with their approach to the home fixture.
The decisive goal came from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, securing the victory for Everton despite them being reduced to ten men after Idrissa Gueye’s red card just 13 minutes into the match.
Rooney, speaking to Metro UK, expressed his frustration:”They [Man United] were certainly favourites to win the game tonight and Everton going to ten men, you think they are going to kick on and win the game comfortably.
“He further suggested tactical changes, believing the team failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage:”I’d like to see them change the system.
But when you’ve an extra player, having a more creative player in his natural position would’ve made the difference.”Key TakeawaysRooney’s View: Amorim and players should be disappointed.
The Match: Man United lost 1-0 at Old Trafford to 10-man Everton.Goalscorer: Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
Turning Point: Idrissa Gueye’s red card for Everton in the 13th minute.Rooney’s Suggestion: He wanted a system change to include a more creative player to exploit the extra man.