Manchester United’s recent 2-2 draw against Everton has left midfielder Manuel Ugarte deeply frustrated, despite scoring what he considers to be the most spectacular goal of his career. In the aftermath of the match, Ugarte did not hold back his emotions, openly expressing his disappointment over the result and placing the blame squarely on one of his teammates. His frustration was so intense that he even suggested their relationship might not recover anytime soon.
During a post-match interview, Ugarte reflected on his stunning goal but made it clear that his individual achievement was overshadowed by the team’s failure to secure a win. He acknowledged that his goal was a remarkable moment, one that he personally regarded as the finest goal he had ever scored, perhaps even the most beautiful goal ever witnessed in football. However, instead of celebrating, he found himself dwelling on what went wrong in the match.
“Even though I scored the most incredible goal yesterday—one that could easily be the best in football history—I can’t bring myself to feel happy,” Ugarte admitted. “And the reason is simple: one of my teammates cost us the win. I’m not going to pretend everything is fine because it’s not. I hold him responsible for the fact that we only managed a draw, and honestly, I don’t think I’ll be able to move past this anytime soon.”
Although Ugarte did not immediately disclose the name of the teammate he was referring to, sources close to the club believe that his frustration was directed at Harry Maguire. The experienced center-back was involved in several crucial defensive lapses, and his mistakes ultimately allowed Everton to snatch a late equalizer, denying Manchester United the victory they had worked so hard to achieve.
Maguire’s performance has been a topic of debate for some time, and this latest incident has only fueled further criticism of his defensive abilities. Ugarte’s public expression of frustration highlights the growing tensions within the United squad, as players become increasingly vocal about their concerns. His comments suggest that the fallout from this match could have lasting consequences on team morale and relationships within the dressing room.
With Manchester United aiming to climb higher in the league standings, the unresolved tensions between Ugarte and Maguire could pose a challenge for the team moving forward. Whether the two players will be able to mend their relationship remains uncertain, but for now, Ugarte has made it abundantly clear that he holds his teammate accountable for the disappointing draw.
