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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