“He is the only one to blame, he couldn’t even clear the ball” – Man Utd fans lose it with one player after conceding last minute winner against Brighton Manchester United fans are blaming one player for allowing Brighton to score a last minute winner on Saturday.💔😩
Manchester United fans have voiced their discontent with one of their players after a last-minute defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion. In the 95th minute of their Premier League clash, Brighton’s forward Joao Pedro scored a decisive goal, leading to a loss for the Red Devils.
This setback occurred just a week after United narrowly clinched a win in their 2024/25 Premier League season opener against Fulham.
In that match, a late goal by newcomer Joshua Zirkzee secured a 1-0 victory for United. However, the optimism from that win quickly faded due to the disappointing result against Brighton.
Following the match, United fans took to social media to express their anger, particularly targeting Portuguese defender Diogo Dalot. Many blamed Dalot for his poor positioning during the buildup to Brighton’s winning goal, believing it was a critical factor in the defeat. Observers noted that Dalot appeared to be out of place, allowing Joao Pedro to remain unmarked and score from close range.
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) criticized Dalot, saying, “This is what happens when you keep overhyping average players like Dalot. Forgetting his position shows how low his concentration is. It’s not the first time and won’t be the last.” Another fan shared a similar view, adding, “Dalot at the back post AGAIN… But I have an agenda, whatever man, cba.” A third fan pointed out the defensive lapses, stating, “I get that three people are unmarked at the back post, but Dalot lets the guy slip 5 yards in the box and doesn’t even try to block.”
Diogo Dalot, who made 50 appearances for Manchester United last season, scoring three goals and contributing to seven Premier League clean sheets, is now facing heavy criticism.
The backlash comes at a time when United’s defensive weaknesses have been a recurring issue, and Dalot’s error against Brighton has only heightened concerns about the team’s ability to secure crucial points.
For Brighton, the win marked their second consecutive victory of the season, following a 3-0 win over Everton in their opening match. This victory briefly placed Brighton at the top of the Premier League standings, highlighting their strong start to the campaign.
Looking ahead, Manchester United faces a tough schedule, with one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season on the horizon. They are set to host Liverpool at Old Trafford, where Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, will face United for the first time since his appointment in June.
Meanwhile, Brighton will shift their focus to a midweek EFL Cup second-round match against Crawley Town before preparing to face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
The criticism directed at Dalot reflects the high expectations placed on Manchester United players, especially in moments when the team is expected to deliver results.
As the season unfolds, it remains to be seen how Dalot and the rest of the United squad will handle the pressure and whether they can recover from this early setback.
