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Isaac Johnson

‘Very lazy’ - Martin Keown singles out two Manchester United defenders for criticism vs Arsenal

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has circled two defenders for criticism following Manchester United’s 3-1 loss at the Emirates.

The Gunners went ahead after Nuno Tavares pounced on a rebound inside three minutes following some horrendous defending from a United backline that was without Harry Maguire. Diogo Dalot failed to track the Arsenal full-back, who reacted first when David de Gea pushed the ball in his direction from a Bukayo Saka shot.

Keown was less than impressed with the Portugal defender’s efforts, critiquing his lack of anticipation and concentration in the build-up. Speaking at half-time on BT Sport, he said: "Tavares comes down in from the left-hand side and Dalot completely switches off and it is terrible defending, very lazy just swinging a foot at it.

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