Roy Keane Criticizes Man United Defenders Dalot and Yoro After Aston Villa Loss

Manchester United suffered a disappointing defeat to Aston Villa on Sunday, ending their unbeaten run at Villa Park dating back to 1995. Morgan Rogers’ brilliant brace secured Aston Villa’s tenth consecutive win, keeping the hosts among Premier League title contenders. However, the loss has drawn sharp criticism from club legends regarding defensive performances and overall team effort.

Keane Questions Defensive Commitment

Roy Keane launched a scathing critique of Manchester United’s defenders, particularly targeting Diogo Dalot and Leny Yoro for their lack of defensive intensity. Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane emphasized that talent alone cannot sustain success at the highest level. “You can have all the talent in the world, but you’ve got to roll your sleeves up,” Keane stated, arguing that players must demonstrate commitment during crucial moments. He specifically questioned Dalot’s effort in marking Youri Tielemans during the build-up to Rogers’ second goal, suggesting the Portugal international wasn’t doing enough to prevent danger.

Neville Criticizes Yoro’s Positioning

Gary Neville echoed similar concerns, describing Leny Yoro as “ambling” during the opening goal. The legendary defender highlighted Yoro’s failure to close down Rogers quickly enough, allowing the Aston Villa attacker space to produce his stunning finish. Neville drew on his own experience playing that position, emphasizing the importance of aggressive marking against elite players.

The defeat proved costly for Manchester United’s title ambitions, preventing the club from closing the gap on Chelsea and Liverpool in the Premier League standings. With their push for a top-four finish intensifying, Ruben Amorim’s side must address defensive vulnerabilities and demonstrate the fighting spirit Keane believes is currently lacking.