Man Utd Fans Furious with One Player After Last-Minute Brighton Goal

After a heartbreaking last-minute defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion, Manchester United fans have turned their frustration toward one of their own players. In the final moments of their Premier League match, Brighton’s forward, Joao Pedro, netted a crucial goal in the 95th minute, handing United a disheartening loss. The defeat hit hard for a team looking to build on earlier momentum.

Just a week prior, United had narrowly escaped with a victory in their opening match of the 2024/25 season against Fulham, where new signing Joshua Zirkzee scored a last-minute goal, securing a 1-0 win. However, the optimism from that result was short-lived, with the poor performance against Brighton bringing them back to earth. Fans, frustrated with the loss, began searching for someone to blame.

Social media quickly filled with criticism directed at Diogo Dalot, whose apparent lapse in positioning during the buildup to Brighton’s winning goal sparked backlash. Dalot was caught out of position, allowing Pedro to find space and score unchallenged from close range. Many fans held Dalot responsible for the loss.

One fan, posting on X (formerly Twitter), expressed their frustration: “This is what happens when you keep overhyping average players like Dalot. Forgetting his position speaks volumes about his concentration levels. Not the first time it has happened and definitely not the last.” Another fan echoed, “Dalot at the back post AGAIN… But I have an agenda, whatever man cba.” A third fan pointed to the lack of defensive awareness, saying, “There’s 3 people left unmarked on the back post but Dalot lets the guy creep in 5 yards in the 18-yard box and doesn’t attempt to block anything.”

Dalot, who made 50 appearances last season, scoring three goals and contributing to seven clean sheets, now faces intense scrutiny. His mistake against Brighton has reignited concerns about Manchester United’s defensive issues, raising doubts about their ability to protect leads.

This defensive misstep has become a broader symbol of United’s recurring struggles in the backline, an area that needs addressing if the team hopes to challenge for titles this season.

Meanwhile, Brighton’s victory marked their second consecutive win of the season, building on their 3-0 triumph over Everton in the opener. The win lifted Brighton to the top of the Premier League standings, showcasing their strong start.

For Manchester United, the challenge intensifies as they prepare to host Liverpool at Old Trafford, in what promises to be one of the season’s most anticipated matches. Brighton will shift focus to the EFL Cup before facing Arsenal at the Emirates.

The criticism of Dalot underscores the high expectations that come with playing for Manchester United. His mistake is a reminder that individual lapses can have significant consequences in the Premier League. As the season unfolds, United’s ability to bounce back from this setback and address their defensive woes will be key to their success in the 2024/25 campaign.