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Neville fears Man Utd's habit of conceding goals isn't going away after Everton draw
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Neville fears Man Utd's habit of conceding goals isn't going away after Everton draw

September 6, 2026 at 07:55 PM
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Gary Neville has expressed concern that Manchester United's defensive frailties persist after they drew 2-2 with Everton at Goodison Park.

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Gary Neville is fearful that Manchester United's habit of conceding goals isn't going away after they shipped two goals for the third game running at Everton.

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Following Everton's 2-2 draw with Manchester United, Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville warned that United's recurring issue of conceding goals is unlikely to be resolved soon. The result extended a worrying pattern of defensive lapses for the Red Devils, who have struggled to keep clean sheets throughout the season. Neville's assessment reflects broader concerns among United supporters and analysts about the team's inability to tighten up at the back despite managerial changes and squad investment.

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Gary Neville's pointed criticism after the Everton draw highlights a structural problem at Manchester United that goes beyond individual errors. Conceding regularly — and from avoidable situations — has become a defining feature of this United side, and Neville's concern carries weight given his intimate knowledge of the club's standards. For supporters, the worry is that no amount of attacking talent can mask a defence that continues to gift opportunities, and that any progress under the current setup will be capped until the back line is sorted. It is a familiar narrative around Old Trafford, but one that the club can no longer afford to ignore.

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Manchester United's ongoing defensive issues continue to undermine their results, raising doubts about their ability to compete for top honours.

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Neville fears Man Utd's habit of conceding goals isn't going away after Everton draw

Gary Neville has expressed concern that Manchester United's defensive frailties persist after they drew 2-2 with Everton at Goodison Park.

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Following Everton's 2-2 draw with Manchester United, Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville warned that United's recurring issue of conceding goals is unlikely to be resolved soon. The result extended a worrying pattern of defensive lapses for the Red Devils, who have struggled to keep clean sheets throughout the season. Neville's assessment reflects broader concerns among United supporters and analysts about the team's inability to tighten up at the back despite managerial changes and squad investment.

Gary Neville's pointed criticism after the Everton draw highlights a structural problem at Manchester United that goes beyond individual errors. Conceding regularly — and from avoidable situations — has become a defining feature of this United side, and Neville's concern carries weight given his intimate knowledge of the club's standards. For supporters, the worry is that no amount of attacking talent can mask a defence that continues to gift opportunities, and that any progress under the current setup will be capped until the back line is sorted. It is a familiar narrative around Old Trafford, but one that the club can no longer afford to ignore.

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