Pranav Nair
Solskjaer plays down tussle with Chris Wilder
According to The Mirror, Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has played down tensions with Sheffield United counterpart Chris Wilder.
The two were seen having a go at each other in our 3-2 win over the Blades at Bramall Lane last night.
The Blades took the lead early on, courtesy of a Dean Henderson howler. Goals from Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial ensures United came back to lead 3-1.
A late goal by David McGoldrick saw us attempt to see out the game in stoppage time. Henderson redeemed himself with a late save to ensure we came away with all three points.
With Sheffield attempting to salvage a draw, Ethan Ampadu gave away a foul that saw Untied gain posession of the ball.
Wilder felt wronged and was furious at referee Chris Wilder. Solskjaer did not take too kindly to his counterpart’s reaction and responded in kind.
The couple were held back by match officials as the clock ran down to get us all three points.
The argument took a backseat at full-time when both managers appeared to reconcile. Solskjaer admitted the same in his post-match presser.
“I maybe went overboard with my words and have apologised. We’ll have a drink after.”
Wilder’s reaction is understandable given how his side has struggled his season. However, what happens on the pitch should stay on the pitch. To their credit, both managers have done just that.
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Arguably the most competitive league in the world, United could have a number of close games this season. Hopefully, none of them will spill out of the field with all sides maintaining professional dignity.
United next face bitter rivals Leeds United at Old Trafford this Sunday. With Marcelo Bielsa in charge, it promises to be an interesting match-up.
