On another frustrating night for Romelu Lukaku, the Manchester United striker found himself sparking anger among fans.
The forward found himself on the receiving end of plenty of criticism after his display against Valencia.
Background shenanigans, disjointed displays and poor results have put Old Trafford in the eye of a storm, but Tuesday’s Champions League tie offered the chance to divert some of the mounting focus.
Yet United’s worst start to a league campaign in 29 years would be compounded by a disappointing 0-0 draw against a Valencia side with just one LaLiga win to their name this season, leading Mourinho’s men to be booed at the final whistle.
This was the fourth straight match in all competitions that the Portuguese’s side had failed to win, meaning scrutiny will only intensify ahead of Saturday’s Premier League visit of Newcastle. After the match, it was the struggling Lukaku who drew the ire of United fans, with Old Trafford supporters urging for the Belgian star and ex-West Bromwich Albion striker to be dropped.
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Lukaku runs like a man carrying a piano.
— Daniel Harris (@DanielHarris) October 2, 2018
Don’t care what you think about Pogba, or whether you side with him or not, at least he doesn’t hide. He’s taking most of the criticism from this side when a lot of United players are getting away with it. Lukaku not good enough again tonight but nothing get’s said.
— Jordan Clarke (@FourFourJordan) October 2, 2018
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