‘This just can’t go on’ – Gary Neville fears Man Utd ‘causing themselves emotional damage’ with post-match antics

Gary Neville expressed concern that Manchester United players are causing themselves emotional damage by repeatedly applauding fans in post-match laps of honor following poor results. His comments came after Michael Carrick's side salvaged a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on November 8, 2026, recovering from an early two-goal deficit with two stoppage-time strikes.

Neville criticized United's defending as shocking and called the ongoing situation desperate, citing a recent 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth as well. Following the result, Manchester United sit 18th in the Premier League table with only one league victory this season, while Carrick also defended defender Diogo Dalot after home supporters booed him during the match.