Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah's comments after their 4-0 hammering of Manchester United in the Premier League on Tuesday drew some attention. Now, his clarification has garnered a hilarious reaction from United fans as well.
The Egyptian scored twice and made an assist in the Reds' win over their fierce rivals at Anfield. After the match, he stated in a post-match interview (via Football Daily):
"They make our life easier in the midfield and the back."
Many assumed that his comments were targeted at United players who appeared lackadaisical on the night.
However, Salah cleared up his comments, tweeting:
"I meant our midfield, and our defence, make it easy for us. I was not talking about the Manchester United players whom I respect."
However, Manchester United fans hilariously responded to the Egyptian. They were understandably disappointed by their team's performance against Liverpool. Hence, they admitted that they were not offended by the winger's comments.
Here are some of the best reactions from United fans to Salah's clarification:
Mohamed Salah is arguably right either way as Liverpool hammered Manchester United yet again
The Egyptian has given his clarification stating he was talking about Liverpool's midfield and defense. But if he would've been talking about United's midfield and defense, he wouldn't have been too wrong either.
The Red Devils have barely put up a fight across two matches against their fierce rivals in the Premier League this season. They were beaten 5-0 at Old Trafford in October and 4-0 on Tuesday.
Salah was involved in seven goals from the nine Liverpool scored in the two matches, scoring five and making two assists.
There seems to be a lack of desire from Manchester United players as well. They had just 28% possession in the game at Anfield and managed just two shots in 90 minutes. In a staggering stat, no United player had more passes (59), pass percentage (91.5%) or touches (70) than Reds goalkeeper Alisson!
The gap between the quality of the two sides is apparent, with United sitting 22 points behind the Reds in the league table. Liverpool currently lead the table, two points above Manchester City, who play Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday. Meanwhile, United are sixth, three points behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur, who have a game in hand.
Jurgen Klopp's men are chasing a quadruple while Ralf Rangnick's men are going a fifth straight season without silverware.
tepacdemnr
1
MU with or without ronaldo is a paryah team
Susacdkuyz
0
it's not only sark...it's shark
Davidchris1999
0
Rivalry on a side, it's really sad to see Manu with their rich history at this level.
Yap, really sad, and we could be as poor as possible in a few months if everything goes this way.
louamnrsz
0
To me they really need a deciplain & stubborn coach that's not afraid of their board or press
Exactly
RedzwanZorae
0
another time we will make his life difficult n do harsh to him !
Tepdeortz
3
Rivalry on a side, it's really sad to see Manu with their rich history at this level.
Seanmichael
0
again, he was not talking to the supporters...
Faruk064
0
Maybe Salah giving another Nightmare to Man utd in Off the field too😂.
Sunji1
3
Be at ease bcz u spoke the truth. We Man fans understand u and u were right
Xds
2
Trey is every where even in all football [Crylaugh]
rufulobr
1
It’s sad that their fans turn from anger to despair now
ridabiklpu
1
To me they really need a deciplain & stubborn coach that's not afraid of their board or press
ridabiklpu
0
Why did you man United sark Jose Mourinho? To me they really need a deciplain & stubborn coach that's not afraid of the board or press
cetikmnpsz
3
How can Man u be offended when their entire team makes life easy for Any opponent. Just Take the ball to Maguire boom 🤯 goal!!!!!!
Rimcimopz
2
Even if the comments were about Manchester united it's still spot on. United's defenders and midfielders really been making it easier for the opponents