After Manchester United gave up a 3-2 lead in the 99th minute to lose to Chelsea, Rio Ferdinand chastised the team for their lack of focus.

After falling behind to two goals in the first half by the Blues, Erik ten Hag’s team should have amazing comeback abilities to take the lead at Stamford Bridge in the last minutes.

But as the game was coming to an end, Diogo Dalot gave up a late penalty, which Cole Palmer scored, and then the visitors turned off the game, allowing the former Manchester City winger to conclude with a hat-trιck from a quickly taken corner.

Ferdinand blasted Palmer’s concentration, shocked at the latitude given to him for his winner.

In the end, these games need a great deal of concentration. “On TNT Sports post-match,” he stated. I am aware that these games carry a great deal of strain. It is necessary to have individuals who are extremely proficient at their jobs—focusing, pointing, and shouting—amidst the mayhem. pushing others aside. The victor turns the bend.

Palmer drifts off, going unnoticed by everyone. He is the one to shut down more than anyone else on that pitch because he is the dаnger man. He leaves without resistance.

“Yeah, it’s a diversion, but if you’re paying attention and acting professionally, he shouldn’t even be there.” You get punished at this level, so you can’t afford to have those moments.

Conor Gallagher and Palmer gave Chelsea the lead, but Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes gave United a response just before halftime.

The Red Devils’ performance against Brentford the previous Saturday was far better, and they deservedly took the lead when Antony’s excellent cross was headed in by Garnacho for his second goal of the game.

Palmer’s goals in the 100th and 101st minutes propelled the home team into the top half of the Premier League, while United’s dwindling hopes of qualifying for the Champions League were all but dashed as they now sit nine points behind fifth-place Tottenham.

“It resembled a basketball game; we attacked, you attacked,” the person said. Ferdinand went on. That was the area of concern for these two teams.

“Chelsea and Manchester United need to take a close look at themselves after everything settles.” Manchester United has allowed more shots on goal in 2024 than any other side in the major five European leagues.

That’s a big figure. That needs to be resolved. You need to take charge of the game, handle games, and manage situations if you want any kind of success. These two teams don’t seem to be able to accomplish that. Simply put, those qualities don’t win titles.

With Liverpool visiting Old Trafford on Sunday, United have an enviable pick-me-up match ahead of them. The Reds will be looking to both keep their lead in the table and exact reve𝚗ge on United for losing to them in the FA Cup quarterfinals earlier this month.

The former United defender acknowledged that Ten Hag would have a difficult time motivating his team to bounce back after the heartbreaking loss and emphasized the importance of showing figҺt, which he insisted was evident in their performance at Stamford Bridge despite the setback.

“Man United will be at a loss for words.” He continued. “Getting this team back on their feet is Erik ten Hag’s big task.”

It’s an intensely emotional game. He needs to figure up a method to raise and regain Liverpool next. obtaining that altercation. They demonstrated character and bаttle today, but there is a lack of focus.

In their last two games, they have given up three goals after 90 minutes. That indicates that there is a problem with concentration. They need to resolve the issue.