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Wayne Rooney Calls Out Manchester United Players and Lisandro Martinez

By Hugo Brennan

Wayne Rooney Calls Out Manchester United Players and Lisandro Martinez

Manchester has heard a familiar voice of frustration as Wayne Rooney turned his attention to the current United squad and its displays under Michael Carrick.

The club’s record goalscorer spoke on a Manchester United-focused podcast, directing his criticism at both the level of performance and the attitude he believes has been shown by the players.

Quick facts

  • Wayne Rooney criticised Manchester United’s current squad.
  • His comments came during a podcast dedicated to the club.
  • Rooney questioned the team’s performances and application.
  • The criticism concerned the players working under Michael Carrick.

Rooney’s intervention adds to the scrutiny around a side whose standards remain a constant subject in the city. The former forward made clear that his concern was not confined to results, but extended to the manner in which the team has been playing.

For United, the remarks carry extra weight because they come from a figure who set the benchmark in front of goal during his years at Old Trafford. His assessment was a blunt one: the squad’s output and its apparent commitment have not met expectations.