Gary Neville leads the Manchester United autopsy – Thursday’s sporting social
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from May 27.
Football
The autopsy of Manchester United’s Europa League final defeat by Villarreal began, with Gary Neville urging Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to strengthen his squad in the summer.
You can’t switch performance on and off like a tap. Haven’t played well for weeks and last night a continuation of the form recently . Pressure will be applied to Ole and the team. Rightly so. Need to get it right this summer and a good start to next season needed badly!
— Gary Neville (@GNev2) May 27, 2021
Jamie Carragher twisted the knife.
Man United joint winners @GNev2 🤷🏻♂️
— Jamie Carragher (@Carra23) May 26, 2021
— Jamie Carragher (@Carra23) May 27, 2021
Another United match, another glut of racist abuse for Marcus Rashford.
At least 70 racial slurs on my social accounts counted so far. For those working to make me feel any worse than I already do, good luck trying 👍🏾
— Marcus Rashford MBE (@MarcusRashford) May 26, 2021
I’m more outraged that one of the abusers that left a mountain of monkey emojis in my DM is a maths teacher with an open profile. He teaches children!! And knows that he can freely racially abuse without consequence…
— Marcus Rashford MBE (@MarcusRashford) May 27, 2021
David De Gea was sorrowful after paying the penalty for his shootout miss.
To fall and rise. Learn from the experience, fight again and win. @ManUtd Thanks for your support pic.twitter.com/4AnLNGRA9A
— David de Gea (@D_DeGea) May 27, 2021
Harry Maguire reacted to the loss.
Scott McTominay made a vow.
Juan Mata called for team spirit to prevail.
WE win and WE lose. Always together. Always with you. @D_DeGea @ManUtd 🔴 pic.twitter.com/xLVjLrpCZo
— Juan Mata García (@juanmata8) May 27, 2021
Matteo Guendouzi might be an Unai Emery fan – it is hard to tell.
What a journey! This Football… so smart and elegant!
You made the dream of an entire city, of a club, a team, and of all the fans come true!
You did it ! You know how to win trophies! Hats off Monsieur Emery.
You are so unique. pic.twitter.com/nHlvFDjabN
— Matteo Guendouzi (@MatteoGuendouzi) May 27, 2021
Thank you and goodbye from Jesse Lingard?
What a way to end the season. Reaching our goal with this incredible group of lads feels amazing! We pushed hard and never gave up! I feel so lucky to have been able to come into such a welcoming environment. pic.twitter.com/mG4AEFIGaf
— Jesse Lingard (@JesseLingard) May 27, 2021
John Terry got some morning cardio in.
Forest Green unveiled their new head coach.
👋 Welcome to FGR, Rob Edwards.#WeAreFGR 💚
— Forest Green Rovers (@FGRFC_Official) May 27, 2021
Cricket
The cricket world was still having fun with the Matt Hancock memes.
😂😂 who has time to make these 👏🏼 https://t.co/Ebv1lcaaa4
— Kate Cross (@katecross16) May 27, 2021
What a last over.
Defending 7 in the final over bowling at two set batsman. Unbelievable @MAWood33 🙌🏻 https://t.co/HBTWFTqztY
— Eoin Morgan (@Eoin16) May 27, 2021
Kevin Pietersen was on the golf course.
It’s GOLF season…! ⛳️ pic.twitter.com/OU9az0Ftsu
— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) May 27, 2021
Boxing
Tyson Fury continued his (largely one-sided) war of words with Deontay Wilder.
Please don’t forget the beat down I gave you last time chump @BronzeBomber pic.twitter.com/vpo3WtAmX7
— TYSON FURY (@Tyson_Fury) May 27, 2021
Fury threw his weight behind Rashford.
Keep fighting the good fight @MarcusRashford, I stand with you my brother. Racism needs to eradicated all facets of life and sports. We go again, never give up #spartan 👑🥊
— TYSON FURY (@Tyson_Fury) May 27, 2021
Motor racing
Lewis Hamilton was also in Rashford’s corner.
Hiding behind a screen and sharing racist abuse is unforgiveable. These people are not real fans, and should be held accountable. Stay strong and stand proud @MarcusRashford, we are all behind you on this. https://t.co/B8nmj9LaFT
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) May 27, 2021
Cycling
Ever wondered what it’s like to race in the Giro d’Italia?
Athletics
Dina Asher-Smith made her feelings clear about certain journalists.
👑❤ https://t.co/ei28BeAJZA pic.twitter.com/nKZiUAAOOZ
— Dina Asher-Smith (@dinaashersmith) May 27, 2021
Usain Bolt got wet.
H2O, Ready2Go 🌊 #pumaswim #jumpin pic.twitter.com/GqHj878Cdd
— Usain St. Leo Bolt (@usainbolt) May 27, 2021
Gymnastics
Simone Biles reflected on a successful tournament.
Basketball
LeBron James enjoyed the atmosphere in New York.
Man it’s LOUD A** HE🏒🏒 in MSG! That joint ROCKIN
— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 27, 2021
But didn’t enjoy the actions of Philadelphia’s crowd.
By the way WE AS THE PLAYERS wanna see who threw that popcorn on Russ while he was leaving the game tonight with a injury!! There’s cameras all over arenas so there’s no excuse! Cause if the 👟 was on the other 🦶🏾.🎥 #ProtectOurPlayers
— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 27, 2021
