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ASHLEY YOUNG left the TNT Sports team hanging after walking out of an interview following a quip from Joleon Lescott.The defender featured off the bench at Old Trafford as his Everton side lost to former team Manchester United.Ashley Young said hello to some familiar faces after the matchBut he seemed to take exception to something Joleon LescottYoung quickly took after after hitting back at the punditYoung left the Red Devils in 2022 but he is still going strong almost four years later at the age of 38.TNT Sports pundit Rio Ferdinand questioned the veteran on his longevity and asked how he was able to keep going.Lescott quickly interjected and claimed it was because of all the running Young does after games.The former England international had just completed his warm down after the game, hence Lescott’s comment, but Young dismissed his suggestion.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe hit back saying: “Running after games? No it’s not that.”Young then strutted off before either pundit, and Wayne Rooney, could ask another question.The three pundits all chuckled to themselves as Young appeared to head down the dressing room.Prior to kick-off the full-back said hello to each of the three pundits and embraced them with a hug.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Rooney also bumped into another former team-mate, Seamus Coleman, who at first did not recognise the United legend.A shocked Coleman leant back with a beaming smile and exclaimed: “Wazza what’s happening, you alright?”The pair then enjoyed a warm embrace – with Rooney confirming that he was “good, good” – before Coleman headed off.Man Utd fan Gary Oldman reveals that he texts Sir Alex Ferguson More

TNT SPORTS viewers were left watching an awkward interaction with Wayne Rooney after a technical blunder.The 38-year-old was on punditry duty as Manchester United beat Everton 2-0.There was a 12 seconds of silence as TNT Sports struggled to connect to Wayne RooneyCredit: GettyAshley Young played 15 minutes of the game and is older than Wayne RooneyCredit: AFPHis former team-mate Ashley Young came off the bench for the final 15 minutes for the Toffees.Young, 38, is actually three months older than Rooney, who hung up his boots back in 2021.Commentator Darren Fletcher wanted to get the ex-DC United and Birmingham manager’s thoughts on his longevity in the Premier League.But as they attempted to connect Rooney to the conversation, a technical hitch meant nobody could hear him.READ MORE ON MAN UTDInstead, there was a whole 12 seconds of silence. Fletcher then awkwardly tried to add Rooney to the chat again as he repeated his stat about Young’s age.Fortunately, he could be heard at the second time of asking.There was another bizarre moment regarding Young after the final whistle as the veteran stormed out of a live interview following a quip from Joleon Lescott.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRooney enjoyed his first punditry role with TNT Sports but was left red faced after discussing his old tweets.He also spoke to Hollywood star Gary Oldman and was seemingly not recognised by Everton skipper Seamus Coleman.Seamus Coleman doesn’t realise he’s shaking hands with Wayne Rooney in Old Trafford tunnel More

EVERTON targeted Casemiro as a weak point on their visit to Old Trafford, according to a TNT Sports commentator.The Toffees started the match brightly and had some early opportunities to take the lead.Manchester United were left exposed early on against EvertonCasemiro failed to protect the defence and his passing was criticisedCredit: ReutersBen Godfrey came close to giving the visitors the lead but was denied by brilliant goalkeeping from Andre Onana.But the chance only came about due to some lacklustre defending from United.Everton were able to exploit acres of space in the middle of the pitch as the Red Devils defence was left exposed.TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher noted the space left by Casemiro was “starting to become an issue” for Erik ten Hag’s side.READ MORE ON MAN UTDWhile co-commentator Lucy Ward added: “They’re targeting him. He’s the main one who does the build-up.”Casemiro, 32, did not fare much better on the ball as both commentators criticised his passing.Fletcher said of the Brazilian: “His passing has been really bizarre.”Ward agreed, saying: “Really untidy with his passing.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCasemiro also drew criticism for his performance in the Manchester Derby defeat last week.Former United star Paul Scholes said of the midfielder: “Look at Casemiro getting one-two’d.The Sun’s Man United reporter Neil Custis explains why Red Devils should cut their losses and sell Casemiro now”The defensive holding midfield player, that’s criminal.”The gap shouldn’t be that far and Casemiro, with the experience he has got, he shouldn’t be getting one-two’d in that position.”Casemiro grew into the game as United began to control play after taking the lead through Bruno Fernandes.The captain scored from the penalty spot before Marcus Rashford did the same to hand the Red Devils a comfortable 2-0 win. More