Marcus Rashford’s overall play as “shocking” and the team’s performance as “rubbish.”
Keane’s comments came during a live watchalong on The Overlap, where he expressed his frustration with United’s lackluster display.
The game saw Arsenal dominate, especially in the second half, exposing several deficiencies in the United squad.
Rashford, who came on as a substitute, failed to make any significant impact. Keane was particularly critical of Rashford’s lack of contribution, highlighting how he seemed out of sync and ineffective during his time on the pitch.
“The whole team was shocking, but Rashford… his general play, I mean, just shocking. He’s come on, I don’t think he touched the ball more than a handful of times. I mean, what was he doing out there?” Keane questioned, visibly frustrated.
“You’re playing for Manchester United, for crying out loud! You’ve got to show more desire, more fight. That performance was rubbish.”
Keane’s critique didn’t stop at Rashford; he also took aim at the team’s overall lack of fight and determination.
“There’s no excuse for this. You wear the United shirt, you’ve got to turn up and give everything. It doesn’t matter who the opponent is, you have to show some pride and passion. Tonight, I didn’t see any of that,” he added.
The defeat and Keane’s subsequent comments serve as a stark reminder of the high standards expected at Manchester United.
With the club aiming to challenge for top honors, performances like the one against Arsenal fall far short of these expectations.
Keane’s harsh words will undoubtedly resonate with the players and coaching staff as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures.
For Rashford and his teammates, Keane’s critique may serve as a wake-up call. The challenge now is to respond positively, demonstrate resilience, and prove that they can compete at the highest levels.
The coming matches will be crucial for Manchester United as they look to bounce back and show their true potential.
