Manchester United fans have voiced their anger and disappointment after their team’s 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest, calling for manager Ruben Amorim to drop a specific player from the starting lineup.
The match, which took place at the City Ground, extended United’s winless streak to four games and left supporters questioning the manager’s choices once again.
The Red Devils appeared to be in control when Casemiro broke the deadlock shortly before half-time, giving the visitors a much-needed boost. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the second half.
Nottingham Forest responded with intensity and belief, scoring twice through Morgan Gibbs-White and Nicolo Savona to turn the game around.
Although Amad Diallo later produced a moment of magic to level the score and rescue a point, the result did little to calm growing frustrations among the fanbase.
Once again, attention turned toward Amorim’s selection decisions particularly his persistence with certain players despite their inconsistent performances. This time, right-back Diogo Dalot found himself at the center of fan criticism after another poor showing.
Dalot’s defensive lapses and lack of composure on the ball drew heavy scrutiny, with many supporters demanding that Amorim finally drop him from the squad ahead of United’s next Premier League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur.
Dalot, who was substituted in the second half for Patrick Dorgu, appeared visibly frustrated as he left the pitch.
Many fans felt the change came far too late, arguing that Dorgu should have started the match given Dalot’s recent form. Social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), were flooded with angry reactions following the final whistle.
One fan vented, “Dalot, the sooner you leave my club, the better my life will get,” while another wrote, “He keeps costing us points. I don’t understand why Amorim keeps trusting him.”
A third supporter added sarcastically, “Dalot is that player who, if you watch a short clip of him, you’d think he’s awful. Then you watch the full game and realise you were right.”
Many highlighted Dalot’s defensive weaknesses, particularly his tendency to lose focus and fail to block crosses. One frustrated fan summed it up bluntly: “Defending is about awareness, strength, and positioning. Dalot does none of those things he just ball-watches until it’s too late.”
Their criticisms gained further weight when replays showed Dalot failing to close down Savona before the midfielder’s goal that gave Forest the lead.
His hesitation and poor positioning allowed the opposition to exploit United’s right flank, leaving the defense exposed.
That moment proved pivotal, forcing United to chase the game in the closing minutes rather than protect their advantage.
As the pressure mounts, Amorim faces a difficult decision ahead of United’s clash with Tottenham. Dropping Dalot could send a strong message about accountability and performance standards, but it would also test the depth of his defensive options.
With supporters already growing restless, the Portuguese manager must strike a balance between loyalty to his players and the urgent need for results.
For now, one thing is clear patience among the Old Trafford faithful is wearing thin. They expect stronger performances and smarter decision-making from both players and the coaching staff.
As one fan put it, “We’ve seen enough excuses. It’s time Amorim stops showing faith in players who keep letting us down.” Whether the manager acts on these calls or stands by Dalot will be closely watched when United line up against Spurs next weekend.
