Man United was 2-0 up for Newcastle after just 19 minutes and that was also the final score of the match. Another home defeat and getting closer and closer to the group holding the red light. Even the most optimistic fans of Man United cannot accept the reality anymore, it is too bad and desperate.
Joshua Zirkzee has never shone at Old Trafford since moving in the summer. This year, the Dutch striker is only 23 years old, he still has a lot of time to develop. However, at Man United, that is too much of a luxury. The rate of player elimination in the Premier League is very fast, unlike the Serie A environment Zirkzee was familiar with before. If he continues to play like this, it is not ruled out that he will have to leave Old Trafford in the summer of 2025, or even in the next few weeks.
However, the problem of Man United fans' criticism of players is very negative and it cannot be justified for any reason. This situation is appearing more and more, even many players are the focus of criticism on social networks. Today's players are more sensitive and vulnerable, so young people like Zirkzee can be completely defeated psychologically. Many sources also revealed that when he was substituted and received such criticism from the stands, this young star was in tears.
"Man United are increasingly breaking their promise to fans. Every year it becomes more obvious. Therefore, what they have not done before is criticizing the increasingly popular players. Previously, they were very fair and supportive of the club, now that's enough" - Brian McClair, who played 471 matches for Man United shared.
Man United's young players are under too much pressure to perform, but the pressure from the stands and on social networks is much more terrible. The dream of developing a career to become a star at Old Trafford is constantly tarnished with black every week, every month. Besides Zirkzee, the one who was expected to be Garnacho is also under too much pressure, and may not be able to develop anymore.
"It was a very difficult moment. Zirkzee is also a normal and emotional person. It was not until the end of the match, when the fans started supporting him again, that somehow helped him feel better" - Ruben Amorim shared about his student.
Amorim sympathizes with Zirkzee but the "Red Devils" captain must understand how disappointing the big fans are. Losing one match after another, setting a terrible record every week is what Man United has sent to fans over the years. They have wholeheartedly supported the club but received all the disappointment. The response of insulting players can be negative, but it partly comes from anger and suppression.
This is the most difficult time for Man United. They have tried many coaches since the Sir Alex era but most of them have failed, except for a little success with Jose Mourinho. Amorim came in in a context where the team had reached the bottom of their form and revealed many problems that could not be solved quickly outside of football expertise. Players like Zirkzee may play badly but being criticized at this time will not solve the problem. It only makes things worse every day.
