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‘Worried’ Gary Neville tells struggling Man United stars to ‘get a grip’ after Spurs draw ahead of tough run – as he warns midfield duo CAN’T play together and calls out lack of fight in Michael Carrick’s men

The Red Devils were twice booed off at Old Trafford on Saturday evening as they conceded a late equaliser against 10-man Spurs to take their winless run to four games in all competitions.

By LEWIS BROWNING · Daily Mail

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 10:11 PM

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Gary Neville warned Manchester United players to improve their effort following a draw against ten-man Tottenham Hotspur.
Neville claimed that starting Youri Tielemans alongside Kobbie Mainoo in central midfield is not dynamic enough.
Manchester United extended their winless streak to four matches across all competitions under manager Michael Carrick.

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Gary Neville criticized Manchester United's players following a draw against ten-man Tottenham Hotspur, urging the squad to "get a grip" amid a four-match winless run. Speaking on his podcast, Neville accused Michael Carrick's team of lacking effort, tenacity, and fighting spirit, noting that home supporters booed the players off the pitch at Old Trafford.

Neville also claimed that starting Youri Tielemans and Kobbie Mainoo together in central midfield lacks dynamism for the Premier League, suggesting Carlos Baleba provided more energy. He warned that United face severe tests ahead, including an away Champions League fixture against Atletico Madrid and a trip to Elland Road.

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