Manchester United icon David Beckham appeared to send a pointed message to Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho following their exclusion from United’s squad in Sunday’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The match saw Rúben Amorim’s Reds stage an impressive comeback, inspired by Amad Diallo, whose late heroics sealed the win.
City initially took the lead through a Joško Gvardiol header in the first half, but United responded with resilience. Amad won a penalty, which Bruno Fernandes converted, before scoring a stunning last-minute winner. The defeat marked City’s eighth loss in their last 11 matches, intensifying questions about their recent form.
Before the match, eyebrows were raised as Rashford and Garnacho were left out of the squad entirely, a decision that Amorim explained was based on "performance in training, performance in games, and commitment to teammates." While the coach clarified there were no disciplinary issues, the exclusion signaled a demand for higher standards.
After the victory, Beckham took to Instagram to post a celebratory image of Amad, captioning it: "And the rebuild begins. Great win. Great win with players who want to wear this shirt," followed by a red heart emoji. Beckham’s comment was widely interpreted as a veiled criticism of Rashford and Garnacho, who have faced scrutiny for recent dips in form.
United legend Gary Neville praised Amorim’s firm approach, emphasizing the importance of maintaining team standards. Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville said, “He mentioned interaction with teammates. He mentioned standards. That tells you everything.”
Neville added, “For too long, we’ve seen players sulking on the pitch and still being allowed to play. Amorim said, ‘No, not acceptable.’ And good for him. If you’re not giving your best, you’re out.”
Roy Keane, another Old Trafford legend, weighed in on Rashford’s situation, suggesting a move might benefit the 27-year-old. “A transfer could do Marcus good, give him a fresh start. He’s been at the club a long time, and when your attitude isn’t right, sometimes it’s best to move on,” Keane remarked.
United’s victory over their local rivals has reignited optimism among fans, with Beckham’s comments underscoring the need for a squad fully committed to the club’s resurgence. While Rashford and Garnacho face questions about their future roles, Amorim’s bold decisions and the emergence of players like Amad Diallo suggest United is building toward a more disciplined and driven team.
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