The United Stand presenter Mark Goldbridge has reacted to Manchester United star Antony’s comments on the criticism he has received from pundits since joining the club.
Antony’s Manchester United Career
Since joining Manchester United for £86m on deadline day in the summer of 2022, Brazil international Antony has struggled to live up to his hefty price tag.
Having registered just 8 goals and 3 assists in 58 games for the club, per Transfermarkt, the former Ajax man has, justifiably, received criticism from fans and pundits alike.
SPOT ON! "Today, I see criticism coming from former club players and other people in the media, who unreasonably express their opinions and influence thousands of fans, sometimes even when I do not play. But I've never seen them give constructive criticism, which will help me be… https://t.co/vv5Nf4Cw4t
— Mark Goldbridge (@markgoldbridge) December 6, 2023
What Did Manchester United’s Antony Say About His Critics?
However, in a recent interview the out-of-form winger has hit back at his critics suggesting their criticism is not “constructive.”
Speaking to The United Stand, the Brazilian said: “Pressure has always been with us for those who play in big clubs, especially regarding United. My life has always been very challenging, and I have had to go through many situations that many cannot imagine. I grew up in a hostile place, where eating, having a good house, having the internet, and access to a good education were a privilege; I would say that for us on the “favelas,” all of these were a luxury few people could have. This was a period in which I learned to deal with pressure and challenges. The pressure of life!”
“Today, I see criticism coming from former club players and other people in the media, who unreasonably express their opinions and influence thousands of fans, sometimes even when I do not play. But I’ve never seen them give constructive criticism, which will help me be a better professional. None of them have ever sent me a message to see how I am feeling, especially during this period of turbulence that I am going through. The “digital court” is ruining lives; contexts are left aside, and the truth no longer matters.”
“I’m 23 years old, and my life has changed radically in the last four years. It wasn’t easy to assimilate and understand all those changes. My daily battle is getting back in my best shape and performing at the highest level on the field, regaining my integrity, and having peace of mind! I advise those young players to take care of their mental side and work hard; then, things will happen naturally.”
What Did Mark Goldbridge Say About Antony’s Comments?
Mark Goldbridge, who founded The United Stand in 2014, has been heavily critical of Manchester United this season, even describing the Red Devils as a mid-table side earlier in the campaign.
However, on this occasion the YouTube presenter has shown his support to the Brazilian winger and has described Antony’s comments as “SPOT ON!”.
Antony and Manchester United face Chelsea at Old Trafford this evening with Chelsea 6/4 favourites to win the tie following Manchester United’s chaotic start to the season.
You can see all of SportsLens’ predictions for today’s matches here.
Manchester United Vs Chelsea Odds
- Match Odds: Manchester United: 37/20 | Draw: 27/10 | Chelsea: 6/4
- Total Goals: Over 2.5: 4/6 | Under 2.5: 6/5
- Both Teams To Score: Yes: 11/20 | No: 13/10
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