Manchester United fans were vocal in their disapproval of one particular player after the team’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham United at the London Stadium. This loss was a setback for United, who had hoped to build on the momentum of their recent 2-1 win over Brentford. Despite creating some promising opportunities in the first half, United struggled with their finishing, and Diogo Dalot’s missed chance reflected their wider difficulties on the day.
The match turned against United in the 74th minute when substitute Crysencio Summerville scored for West Ham after a turnover by Alejandro Garnacho, adding to the frustration of United supporters. Manager Erik ten Hag’s team managed to respond in the 81st minute with a well-timed header from Casemiro to equalize, but hopes of securing at least a draw were dashed in stoppage time. Matthijs de Ligt fouled Danny Ings, leading to a penalty, which Jarrod Bowen converted in the 92nd minute, sealing the victory for West Ham.
Following the match, fans took to social media to express their disappointment, directing much of their criticism at Garnacho. Statistics from Sofascore highlighted his difficulties in the game, revealing that the young Argentine missed the target three times and lost possession on 16 occasions. Fans questioned Garnacho’s consistency, and some even criticized Ten Hag for continuing to give him significant playing time. One fan remarked, “Ten Hag is treating Rashford like a backup and Garnacho as a star. The manager has lost his mind.” Others questioned Garnacho’s technical abilities, with one fan claiming, “Garnacho’s finishing is terrible—he’s our worst finisher up front.”
Several fans shared similar opinions about his finishing skills, with one fan observing, “Garnacho always shoots as if he’s aiming for the top corner.” Others voiced concerns about his overall contributions to the team, with a fan commenting, “He doesn’t contribute much beyond effort. There’s no quality, yet he’s always on the pitch.” These comments reflect a growing frustration among the fanbase, who are increasingly discontent with the team’s recent performances and what they see as Ten Hag’s lack of tactical adjustments.
With this defeat, Manchester United finds itself in a precarious position, sitting in 14th place in the Premier League, only seven points clear of the relegation zone. This result marks another low point in a disappointing period for United, with just one win in their last eight matches across all competitions. The pressure on Ten Hag is mounting as fans grow more impatient with both the lack of results and the team’s overall performance on the field.
Looking ahead, United faces Leicester City in a Carabao Cup match at home on October 30, followed by a critical Premier League match against Chelsea on November 3. These upcoming games could prove pivotal for Ten Hag and the squad as they strive to stabilize their form and alleviate the increasing scrutiny from fans and analysts alike.
