Man United fans were disappointed with the performance of forward Rasmus Hojlund in their 2-2 draw against Liverpool. Despite the Red Devils' impressive comeback, Hojlund failed to deliver as the lone striker and received backlash on social media. Teammate Bruno Fernandes also questioned their consistency after the challenging win against the reigning champions. Both teams have upcoming matches against top Premier League rivals.
Rasmus Hojlund's Disappointing Performance Draws Criticism
Manchester United fans expressed their disappointment with striker Rasmus Hojlund's performance in the 2-2 draw against Liverpool on Sunday. Despite the Red Devils' impressive comeback, Hojlund struggled to make an impact as the lone striker.
The Danish international signed for United from Atalanta in the summer for a fee of around £32 million. He was expected to provide a much-needed boost to United's attack, but his performance against Liverpool was far below expectations.
Hojlund was isolated for much of the game and failed to create any meaningful chances. He was also guilty of wasting a golden opportunity in the second half, sending a header wide from close range.
Fans took to social media to vent their frustrations with Hojlund's performance. Some questioned his ability to lead the line for a top-six Premier League club, while others called for him to be dropped.
Bruno Fernandes Questions Team's Consistency
Teammate Bruno Fernandes also voiced his concerns about United's inconsistency after the draw against Liverpool. The Red Devils have now won just two of their last six Premier League games, and Fernandes believes the team needs to improve.
"We need to be more consistent," Fernandes said. "We can't have these ups and downs. We have to be able to win games consistently if we want to win trophies."
United's upcoming matches against Manchester City and Arsenal will be crucial in determining their title hopes. A repeat performance from Hojlund is likely to result in further criticism and could damage the team's morale.
FAQs
Who is Rasmus Hojlund? Rasmus Hojlund is a 20-year-old Danish striker who signed for Manchester United from Atalanta in the summer of 2023.
How much did United pay for Hojlund? United paid around £32 million to sign Hojlund from Atalanta.
Why were United fans disappointed with Hojlund's performance? Hojlund struggled to create chances and failed to take a good opportunity in the second half.
What did Bruno Fernandes say about United's consistency? Fernandes said that United need to be more consistent if they want to win trophies.
What are United's upcoming matches? United's upcoming matches are against Manchester City (away) and Arsenal (home).
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