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Gary Neville accused Manchester United’s stars of ‘bottling it’ after being demolished by Manchester City on Sunday.
Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both scored hat-tricks at the Etihad in a thumping 6-3 derby victory described as ‘embarrassing’ by former United captain Roy Keane.
Manager Erik ten Hag admitted his team ‘lacked belief’ on a chastening day that saw club legends round on the team.
Gary Neville slammed the Manchester United team for appearing nervous on the ball in defeat
Former United defender Neville said: ‘The Manchester United players have bottled it, there is no doubt. They have not handled this derby at all. I expected so much more.
‘There has been no composure. They have never settled. They have been anxious and nervous on the ball and pulled apart by an outstanding team.’
Keane was left seething by the display. He said: ‘From the players’ point of view, they really should be embarrassed. You can’t go in at half-time in a derby game 4-0 down, it’s hugely embarrassing.
‘As brilliant as City were, United were desperate. Particularly in midfield. Defensively all over the shop. Even the consolations, they scored a few
