Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag defined why Antony was not noted of his squad to face West Ham amid the criticism of his āshowboatingā.
- Antony not noted for West Ham conflict
- Winger was criticised for showboating
- Ten Hag clarified that heās injured
WHAT HAPPENED? Antony was criticised for a show of ability throughout Unitedās Europa League match in opposition to Sheriff on Thursday which ended with him misplacing a go and sending the ball out of play. Ten Hag vowed to āright himā after the incident and it was speculated that Antony was dropped from the workforce for the 1-0 win in opposition to West Ham on Sunday consequently.
WHAT THEY SAID: Nevertheless, Ten Hag denied that was the case when he was requested by Sky Sports activities if Antonyās absence was associated to the showboating, replying: āNo, nothing [to do with that]. Heās injured. I hope itās not too unhealthy, I believe itās not too unhealthy. In a few days he will probably be again.ā
THE BIGGER PICTURE: The criticism of the Brazilian winger was not unanimous following his efficiency in opposition to Sheriff, as compatriot Neymar took to Instagram to induce him to āstick with itā and play with āboldness and pleasureā.
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WHAT NEXT FOR UNITED? If he recovers in time, Antony may very well be again in motion with United on Thursday once they tackle Actual Sociedad within the Europa League.