Manchester United fans have called for Gary Neville to be removed from commentary duties following his remarks during Bruno Fernandes' spectacular free-kick against Arsenal.
The Portuguese midfielder fired United ahead just before half-time with a stunning dead-ball effort.
Rather than celebrating the quality of the strike, Neville focused on criticising Arsenal's wall positioning.
This prompted immediate backlash from United supporters, who took to social media to express their frustration with the Sky Sports pundit's commentary approach.
Gary Neville came under fire for his comments about Bruno Fernandes' free-kick
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Fernandes' free-kick was a moment of pure quality, combining both power and accuracy to beat Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya.
The United skipper's exquisite effort left Raya with no chance, as the Spaniard couldn't get across quickly enough to keep out the fine strike.
The goal came against the run of play after Alejandro Garnacho was fouled outside the box.
It was a strike reminiscent of some of the best dead-ball specialists to have graced Old Trafford over the years.
Neville, a former United defender, immediately focused his commentary on what he perceived as a defensive error.
He suggested Arsenal's wall was positioned too far back, making it easier for Fernandes to score.
This technical critique came instead of acknowledging the skill required to execute such a free-kick.
The pundit's analysis appeared to diminish the quality of Fernandes' strike, suggesting it was more a defensive lapse than attacking brilliance.
His comments stood in stark contrast to the jubilant reaction from United supporters celebrating in the stands.
Bruno Fernandes scored a fine free-kick against Arsenal
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United fans quickly took to X to voice their displeasure with Neville's commentary.
"Can Gary Neville not give Bruno any credit? All he's talking about is the Arsenal wall," wrote one supporter.
Another commented: "Fair play to Gary Neville blaming the wall when David Raya gave Bruno half the goal to aim at."
"Gary Neville watched that glorious free kick in front of the Stretford End and his immediate thought was the distance of Arsenal's wall. Feels like Gary needs a break from football," added a third.
Arsenal's wall came under criticism from Gary Neville
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The criticism of Neville continued to mount as fans expressed their disbelief at his commentary approach.
"Bruno scores a Cristiano Ronaldo-level free kick and Gary Neville questions how far back the wall was. I swear he never played for us," stated one frustrated supporter.
Another fan was equally direct: "All Gary Neville can say is the wall was too far back!! Seriously have a day off!!"
The incident has raised questions about whether former players can maintain objectivity when commentating on their previous rivals.
