Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has publicly criticized the team's young winger Alejandro Garnacho following the Red Devils' Europa League Round of 16 first leg tie with Real Sociedad on Thursday. Scholes expressed his disappointment with Garnacho's performance, stating that the Argentina international made some wrong decisions during the encounter.
Scholes' comments come after Manchester United's lackluster display in the Europa League, where they struggled to assert their dominance over Real Sociedad. Despite being one of the most promising young players in the squad, Garnacho failed to impress, prompting Scholes to speak out about his subpar performance.
Joshua Zirkzee put Man United in the lead, but the team's overall display was marred by periods of complacency and lack of cohesion. Garnacho, in particular, was expected to play a key role in the team's attack, but his inability to make the right decisions on the pitch ultimately let the team down.
Scholes, who is known for his candid opinions, did not hold back in his criticism of Garnacho. The former Manchester United midfielder emphasized the importance of making the right decisions on the pitch, particularly in high-stakes matches like the Europa League. He also expressed his disappointment with Garnacho's failure to capitalize on scoring opportunities and create chances for his teammates.
While Scholes' comments may seem harsh, they are likely intended to motivate Garnacho to work harder and improve his game. As one of the most talented young players in the Manchester United squad, Garnacho has a lot of potential, but he needs to develop his decision-making skills and become more consistent in his performances.
Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing display in the Europa League when they face Real Sociedad in the second leg of the Round of 16 tie. With Garnacho likely to feature in the starting lineup, he will have the opportunity to redeem himself and prove his critics wrong. Scholes, along with the rest of the Manchester United faithful, will be hoping that Garnacho can learn from his mistakes and become a key player for the team in the remainder of the season.