Lisandro Martinez drama with former players has just confirmed what Man Utd fans had been fearing all along.
Man Utd Star Lisandro Martinez Replies Back
Manchester United fans should have been talking about football after a huge derby win. Instead, the focus shifted to a strange and messy exchange involving Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Lisandro Martinez.
What began as a lazy joke about Martinez’s size quickly turned into public criticism. With that, Martinez did not stay quiet. He fired back with facts and confidence. That left the former players exposed. Rather than stepping back, the response from Scholes and Butt only made things worse.
For fans enjoying a rare moment of hope, the drama felt unwanted and pointless. It also showed how quickly praise can turn into noise when old voices look for attention.
Lisandro Martinez responded to Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes’ comments after the Manchester derby 😳
They suggested that Erling Haaland would treat the Argentine like a "little toddler" 😬 pic.twitter.com/5WyaqhCV8N
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) January 18, 2026
Why United Fans Feel Let Down By Their Own Legends?
For many fans, this drama confirmed a growing belief. Some ex-players seem more interested in clicks than clarity. When results are bad, the criticism flows. When results improve, new problems are created. Martinez became the target simply because there was nothing else to attack after a strong performance.
Now, that is frustrating supporters who want unity at the club. Man Utd fans respect their legends, but respect works both ways. The club does not need constant negativity overpowering their performances as a concern. As seen it other leagues and big clubs, the only real answer is winning games. Success leaves no space for cheap shots or any forced drama.
Author’s Opinion:
This drama helped no one and distracted everyone from progress in the game. Winning consistently is the fastest way to silence noise from any direction around the club right now. It is the only thing that can protect the players and the Red Devils as things stand.
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