Manchester United fans expressed their frustration on social media after Newcastle scored their second goal at Old Trafford on Monday night. Joelinton headed in a cross from Anthony Gordon, giving the visitors a 2-0 lead in just 20 minutes.
One user on X remarked, “Sure, Joelinton can just knock it in the net with his arm,” while another insisted, “Replay Joelinton’s goal. Literal handball, but okay.”
Former United player Gary Neville criticized the team’s defending, questioning whether the goal should have been disallowed. He pointed out the vulnerability of the midfield duo, saying, “Casemiro and Eriksen shouldn’t be playing together in the Premier League. It is just so easy.”
Neville acknowledged the quality of the delivery from Hall but raised concerns about whether Joelinton’s actions involved a handball, suggesting it might have warranted a review.