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‘When you accidentally press square’ – Andrey Santos trolled for ‘pretend tackle’ in Man Utd’s defeat at Chelsea

ANDREY SANTOS made a nightmare return to Chelsea on Saturday - and the Manchester United midfielder was brutally slammed on social media. The Brazilian, 22, swapped Stamford Bridge for Old Trafford when he sealed a monster £50million move in the…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 2:48 PM
‘When you accidentally press square’ – Andrey Santos trolled for ‘pretend tackle’ in Man Utd’s defeat at Chelsea
Key Things to Know
  • Andrey Santos was mocked on social media for a failed tackle during Manchester United's defeat to Chelsea.
  • Chelsea defeated Manchester United 2-0 at Stamford Bridge with goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer.
  • Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez received a red card prior to Chelsea's second goal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United midfielder Andrey Santos faced online mockery following a missed challenge during a 2-0 defeat against his former club Chelsea. Fans on social media criticized the 22-year-old Brazilian after his sliding attempt failed to prevent Morgan Rogers from advancing to score the opening goal at Stamford Bridge.

Santos, who joined Manchester United in a £50 million summer move, was substituted shortly after the hour mark. Chelsea later doubled their lead through a Cole Palmer penalty following a red card for Lisandro Martinez, extending United's winless streak under Michael Carrick to nine games.

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