Manchester United fans were vocal in their disappointment with one specific player after the team’s 2-1 loss to West Ham United at the London Stadium. The loss came as a blow to United, who had hoped to continue their positive momentum following a recent 2-1 win over Brentford.
However, despite creating a handful of promising first-half opportunities, United’s finishing failed them, and Diogo Dalot’s missed chance symbolized the team’s broader struggles on the day.
The match took a turn for the worse for United in the 74th minute when substitute Crysencio Summerville put West Ham in the lead. His goal came off a turnover by Alejandro Garnacho, compounding the frustration for United’s supporters. Manager Erik ten Hag’s squad managed to respond briefly, with Casemiro leveling the score in the 81st minute via a well-timed header.
However, any hopes for at least a draw were dashed in the dying moments. A foul by Matthijs de Ligt on Danny Ings led to a penalty, which Jarrod Bowen converted in the 92nd minute, sealing the victory for West Ham.
Fans took to social media to voice their frustration, specifically targeting Garnacho for what they saw as a wasteful performance. Statistics from Sofascore highlighted his struggles during the game, noting that the young Argentine missed the target three times and lost possession 16 times.
Fans were quick to criticize his inconsistency, with some questioning Ten Hag’s decision to continue giving him significant playing time. One fan commented, “Ten Hag is treating Rashford like a backup and Garnacho as a star. The manager has lost his mind.” Another critique centered on Garnacho’s technical skills, with one fan stating, “Garnacho’s finishing is terrible—he’s our worst finisher up front.”
Others shared similar sentiments about his finishing abilities, with one fan remarking, “Garnacho always shoots as if he’s aiming for the top corner.” Fans also expressed concern over his overall impact, with another saying, “He doesn’t contribute much beyond effort. There’s no quality, yet he’s always on the pitch.” These sentiments reflect growing discontent among the fanbase, who are frustrated with the team’s recent performances and the perceived lack of tactical adjustment from Ten Hag.
This defeat leaves Manchester United in a precarious 14th position in the Premier League standings, sitting only seven points clear of the relegation zone.
The result marks another low point in a disappointing run for United, with just one victory in their last eight matches across all competitions. The pressure on Ten Hag continues to mount as fans grow increasingly impatient with both the results and the on-field performances.
Looking ahead, United face Leicester City in a Carabao Cup clash at home on October 30, followed by a crucial Premier League encounter against Chelsea on November 3.
These upcoming matches could be pivotal for Ten Hag and the team as they seek to steady their form and alleviate the growing scrutiny from fans and pundits alike.
