BREAKING NEWS: “He’s a huge disappointment and an embarrassment to the club. I regret not benching him, even after the warnings—I wanted him to have his chance to shine, but instead, he’s brought me public humiliation,” Ruud van Nistelrooy criticized, expressing frustration with the Manchester United player for failing to deliver victory and instead bringing shame to the team.

In a rare and honest post-match interview, Van Nistelrooy admitted he regretted not benching a particular player, despite prior warnings about the player’s potential weaknesses on the field.

This blunt statement has stirred reactions among fans and analysts, as the manager expressed his disappointment during a season when expectations for Manchester United remain high.

Known for his disciplined approach as both a former player and now a manager, Van Nistelrooy voiced his frustration with the player’s lackluster performance.

“He’s let us down on one of the biggest stages,” he remarked. “I trusted him to step up and deliver something exceptional, but he’s only brought us disappointment.”

His comments highlighted his dissatisfaction with the player’s inability to handle pressure, implying that his decision to start the player was based on the hope that he would excel in a high-stakes match.

Insiders suggest that Van Nistelrooy had been cautioned multiple times by coaching staff who felt the player wasn’t prepared for the game’s intensity.

However, driven by a manager’s desire to nurture talent, Van Nistelrooy took a gamble, hoping that the chance would motivate the player to rise to the occasion.

Instead, the decision didn’t pay off, leaving the manager and team frustrated as they missed a crucial win.

Following his comments, fans took to social media, with some echoing Van Nistelrooy’s frustrations and others questioning whether publicly criticizing the player was the best approach.

Many supporters have backed Van Nistelrooy, arguing that the team’s reputation must be protected and that every player has a duty to perform at their best.

“We expect every player to give their all for the badge,” one fan wrote on Twitter. “When that doesn’t happen, it’s painful for everyone who supports this club.”

Others, however, wondered if publicly singling out the player was wise for team morale, especially as they face a challenging season ahead.