Manchester United: Patrice Evra Criticises The Team Following A Defeat (Image via Wikipedia)
Patrice Evra has criticised his team-mates for not trying hard enough in the 1-0 defeat against Arsenal.
Manchester United travelled to North London yesterday, knowing that a win would almost secure the Premier League title for them, but were well beaten by the Gunners.
Following the match the French right-back said that United players were not ready for a fight and deserved to lose.
“We were too nice,” said Evra.
“We know Arsenal. They keep possession of the ball but they are never dangerous.
“But normally when we come to the Emirates, we play with more power and aggression and create more chances.
“You have to kill that game early, not wait until you concede a goal.
“The attitude at the beginning of the game wasn’t right. That is why I was very frustrated. We didn’t deserve to win.”
He also added that unless the players’ attitudes change, they risk undoing all the hard work they’ve put in so far this season and not win any trophies at all.
The defender explained: “I have to say, I am not worried.
“Against Arsenal, we did not do the things we normally do.
“Hopefully it was an accident because we have five games left. Every one is like a final. We need to win them all.”
United face Shalke next in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final, followed by a crucial encounter with Chelsea on Sunday.
