{
  "id": 16085107,
  "title": "EPL: Rooney accuses Man United stars of avoiding responsibility",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/epl-rooney-accuses-man-united-stars-of-avoiding-responsibility-16085107",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T18:40:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-rooney-accuses-man-united-stars-of-avoiding-responsibility/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wayne Rooney, a former Manchester United striker, has criticized his fellow players for being selfish and refusing to take responsibility for their poor performances. Rooney expressed shock and disbelief at the club's current situation, which he described as the most concerning he has witnessed in a long time. He warned that public disagreements, particularly between Lisandro Martinez and Bruno Fernandes, could create divisions within the dressing room. Rooney accused some players of putting their personal interests ahead of the team and the club, stating that they should focus on their performances rather than deflecting blame onto others. Despite the criticism, Rooney expressed concern about Michael Carrick's position, urging the board to provide clarity on his future.",
  "summary": "Former striker Wayne Rooney has accused Manchester United players of being selfish and avoiding responsibility for their poor performances at Old Trafford. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-rooney-accuses-man-united-stars-of-avoiding-responsibility/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Rooney labels Man United players 'selfish' after Fernandes criticism",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/rooney-labels-man-united-players-selfish-after-fernandes-criticism",
        "published": "2026-10-22T19:01:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}