Roy Keane has issued a rallying cry to Bruno Fernandes and his senior Manchester United teammates, calling on them to lead by example and bring consistency to their performances. Speaking after United’s 2-2 draw with league leaders Liverpool at Anfield, Keane highlighted the importance of replicating such displays regularly, particularly after their impressive showing in the Manchester derby against City.
United, who took a surprise lead at Anfield before trailing 2-1, fought back to secure a well-earned point through a combination of determination and tactical discipline. Manager Ruben Amorim may even feel his side deserved more, especially after Harry Maguire narrowly missed a late opportunity to snatch victory, sending Joshua Zirkzee’s pass over the bar in the dying moments.
Despite his initial skepticism about United’s chances based on the teamsheets, Keane expressed his surprise and delight at the spirited performance.
Reflecting on Fernandes’ post-match comments about maintaining consistency, Keane echoed similar sentiments during his analysis on Sky Sports:
“I said before the game, looking at the recent performances and the lack of goals, I wasn’t confident. But they turned up today and showed passion,” Keane remarked. “The key now is doing it every week. You can’t pick and choose when to show up for Manchester United. Senior players like Fernandes must set the tone by bringing that passion and quality to every match.”
Keane praised United’s fight, noting their ability to score twice against a strong Liverpool side while nearly securing a late winner. “They showed quality, fight, and what playing for Manchester United should look like,” he said.
However, the former United captain was clear about the challenge ahead, urging the team to back up this performance. “They’ve got Arsenal in the cup next, and they need to approach that game with the same level of passion, attitude, and quality. If they can do that, they’ll have a chance of winning more matches.”
United’s recent struggles have been a cause for concern, but Keane’s assessment highlights the potential for resurgence if the team can find consistency under Fernandes’ leadership and Amorim’s tactical direction.
