“A liability…”: Gary Neville pinpoints one United weakness that will hurt the team

Gary Neville has criticized Manchester United's defending, pointing to one key weakness that could hurt the team. In a 2-2 draw against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on September 6 in the Premier League, United scored twice but ultimately dropped crucial points away from home. Bryan Mbeumo scored early in the second half, and Tyrique George equalized for Everton in the 83rd minute.

Benjamin Sesko put United ahead once more, and Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored a late winner in the sixth minute of injury time. Neville highlighted the importance of defending in his explanation. He emphasized that conceding two goals per game is unacceptable, questioning the defensive lapses during the match. Patrick Dorgu's miscommunication and isolated press were targeted as significant factors in the loss.

Neville also pointed out United's need to adjust their back four during the game, specifically mentioning Yoro's narrow right-back position. He stressed the significance of organization and communication in defense, especially when playing away and holding onto a result. Neville drew on his own experience to illustrate how teams now believe they have a chance against United, leading to a concerning psychological advantage for opponents.

Conceding two goals in each of United's three games this season places them among the worst in the Premier League. As United face Sabah and Manchester City in upcoming fixtures, the pressure mounts ahead of the Manchester Derby. Neville expressed worry about United's tendency to concede goals, highlighting it as his primary concern for the team's future.