Manchester United’s £50m summer signing Manuel Ugarte came under scrutiny from football pundit Ally McCoist as the Red Devils could only manage a 2-2 draw against Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday.
Ruben Amorim’s side found themselves in deep trouble as Beto and Abdoulaye Doucoure put Everton 2-0 up in the first half. Ugarte, who started the match following a recent injury layoff, struggled to make an impact in midfield.
During the game, TNT Sports’ co-commentator and former Scotland striker McCoist was unimpressed, questioning the Uruguayan’s effectiveness.
“Casemiro has been slightly better, but I look at Ugarte and I’m not seeing it. I’m really not seeing it at this moment in time. Those two aren’t handling the intensity.”
Carlos Casemiro (Photo Credit: Getty)
Despite the criticism, Ugarte silenced his doubters with a late volley that leveled the game after Bruno Fernandes had sparked United’s comeback with a stunning free-kick.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand didn’t hold back in his assessment of the team’s performance before their comeback, calling it “embarrassing.”
“Yes, we can talk about quality and talent, but one thing that is unforgivable is a lack of desire. There are instances in this game where United should have learned from Everton. It’s embarrassing to watch.”
However, Ferdinand acknowledged the team’s resilience in the second half.
“Goals change games. The substitutions were big Alejandro Garnacho made an impact, and Bruno Fernandes dropping deeper helped. But they cannot keep starting games like this.”
Alejandro Garnacho (Photo Credit: Getty)
There was late drama as Everton were denied a penalty following a controversial VAR decision, but both teams ultimately settled for a point.
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