Patrice Evra Reveals the Biggest Mistake David Moyes Made as Manchester United Boss
Legendary Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has opened up about the club’s tumultuous period under David Moyes, who took the reins after Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure in 2013. In an interview with the Stick to Football podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, Evra revealed the biggest mistake Moyes made during his tenure.
According to Evra, Moyes’ biggest mistake was his first speech to the squad, in which he mentioned that the players already knew how to win and asked for their help in achieving trophies. This comment raised eyebrows among the players, who felt that Moyes was not respecting their abilities.
Evra, who was a key player under Ferguson, also revealed that he didn’t have a good relationship with Moyes initially. This was due to rumors that Moyes wanted to sign Leighton Baines from Everton without considering Evra’s capabilities.
However, Evra’s relationship with Moyes improved when the latter apologized for the rumors and explained his plans to bring in competition to Manchester United. Evra believed that bringing in new players could only be beneficial for the team.
Evra also spoke about the team’s performances under Moyes, stating that the players were not good enough and that the lack of confidence was due to the fear of Sir Alex Ferguson’s shadow. He emphasized that the players should have focused on their own performances rather than blaming Moyes.
What Does This Mean for Manchester United’s Future?
Moyes’ tenure at Manchester United was marked by controversy and underwhelming performances. The team failed to win a single trophy during his time, and he was eventually sacked in April 2014.
Fast forward to today, and Manchester United are still searching for their first Premier League title since Ferguson’s retirement. The club has gone through several managers, including Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
With Erik ten Hag at the helm, Manchester United fans are hoping that the Dutch manager can bring the glory days back to Old Trafford. Evra’s words serve as a reminder that the players must take ownership of their performances and not blame the manager for their failures.
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