MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been used to half-baked performances this season.
This time they got a performance at full heat on the pitch – but a burnt pie off it that was as dark as any display under Erik ten Hag.
Old Trafford supporters loved Sunday’s 3-0 win over Leicester, with Bruno Fernandes notching a goal and an assist.
But they found one fan’s shocking picture of an overdone offering from the catering department too tough to chew.
Perhaps United only “singe when they’re winning” – as the crusty calamity in the stands coincided with a tasty triumph out in the middle.
And caretaker chief Ruud van Nistelrooy certainly got a rousing response at the end, after bowing out with three wins and a draw before incoming boss Ruben Amorim jets in this week.
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But United supporters were animated with anger rather than approval when seeing a snap of the BLACK-CRUSTED pie, which was sold for £4.80.
Meanwhile, rival fans pounced on the chance to troll the Red Devils, who still sit just 13th in the Premier League.
One said: “A bit like Ten Hag… well fired.”
Another added: “Typical United. An overcooked, over priced mess.”
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A third observer warmed to the theme with: “It’s fitting for the season they are having to be fair.”
A fourth kept the insults sizzling by claiming: “Looks as good as their title chances this season.”
And a fifth fan maintained the culinary comparisons as he posted: “Burnt offerings, bit like what they serve up on the pitch.”
“Absolute shambles,” was a more blunt reaction from another supporter after the pie was spotlighted on Sports Scran, a social media site featuring the best and worst “cuisine” available for fans.
It came after Ten Hag was toast following only four wins in 14 games, leading to Van Nistelrooy’s short and sweet stint in charge.
Now Amorim will arrive from Sporting Lisbon hoping to give United fans something to savour after a raw deal for years.
Man Utd ratings v Leicester
Here’s how SunSport’s Martin Blackburn rated the Red Devils.
ANDRE ONANA – 7
Stood tall when Ndidi went through on goal and a decent tip round the post from Ayew as Leicester tried to get back in it.
NOUSSAIR MAZROUAI – 6
Lucky to escape tackle on Buonanotte without any punishment. Supplied the cross from the left which led to United’s second goal.
MATTHIJS DE LIGT – 6
Made a key second half clearance when the Foxes were trying to find their way back into the game. Fairly comfortable afternoon for home defenders.
LISANDRO MARTINEZ – 7
Spent the first hour at centre half then showed his versatility by switching to left-back when Dalot was forced off.
DIOGO DALOT – 6
Did a steady job keeping the Foxes at bay but then taken off on the hour – presumably due to injury as United had to reshuffle their defence.
CASEMIRO – 7
Better from the veteran Brazilian who helped United take command of the game before getting the chance to put his feet up late on.
MANUEL UGARTE – 6
Great challenge on Soumare showed what he is all about and some signs he is finding his feet. Will be looking forward to arrival of former boss Amorim.
AMAD DIALLO – 7
Delightful backheel for Fernandes to curl home the opener and could have scored himself. The Ivorian has had a good week.
BRUNO FERNANDES – 8
Presented with a shirt to mark his 250th appearance before the game and will be getting more plaudits for his performance here. Involved in all three goals.
MARCUS RASHFORD – 5
Given the nod to start ahead of Garnacho but did not do enough to justify the faith of Van Nistelrooy. No surprise when he was replaced by the Argentine on the hour.
RASMUS HOJLUND – 5
A largely ineffective afternoon for the Danish forward before he was subbed late on. Nothing wrong with his work-rate but does he have the quality Amorim will want?
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
