Man City fans destroy two players on social media after a humiliating late 2-2 draw vs Brentford, They’re demanding answers.
Manchester City Fans Slam Akanji and Nunes After Late Collapse Against Brentford
Manchester City fans have taken to social media to vent their frustration after a shocking late collapse resulted in a 2-2 draw against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium. Despite a commanding performance for most of the match, City conceded two goals in the final minutes, with center-back Manuel Akanji and right-back Matheus Nunes bearing the brunt of fan criticism.
City in Control Before Late Chaos
The match seemed to be going according to plan for Pep Guardiola’s side. After a goalless first half, City broke the deadlock in the 66th minute when Phil Foden expertly finished a Kevin De Bruyne cross to make it 1-0. The visitors doubled their lead in the 78th minute, with Foden scoring again after a brilliant solo effort, sending the away fans into raptures.
Brentford, however, refused to back down. The hosts clawed their way back into the game in the 87th minute when Yoane Wissa finished calmly following a cross from Mads Rasmussen, reducing the deficit to 2-1. Just minutes later, in stoppage time, Mathias Norgaard pounced on a ball delivered by Keane Lewis-Potter, securing a dramatic equalizer in the 90th +2 minute.
Fan Fury Directed at Akanji and Nunes
The late collapse left Manchester City fans furious, with many blaming defensive errors by Akanji and Nunes for the result.
Manuel Akanji: The Swiss international’s misplaced clearance and hesitation contributed to Brentford’s first goal. His inability to command the backline in crucial moments has drawn significant criticism. One fan commented on Twitter, “Akanji just fell apart when it mattered most. Unacceptable performance.”
Matheus Nunes: Tasked with playing out of position at right-back, Nunes struggled throughout the game, especially in tracking runners. For the second goal, he failed to close down Lewis-Potter, whose cross led to Norgaard’s equalizer. Another fan wrote, “Nunes at right-back is a disaster. This experiment has to stop.”
Guardiola Under Scrutiny
While the players have faced the brunt of the backlash, some fans have questioned Guardiola’s tactical decisions. With key injuries limiting options, Guardiola opted to start Nunes in an unfamiliar right-back role, a move that backfired against Brentford’s energetic attack.
The manager himself acknowledged the defensive lapses, saying in his post-match interview, “We lacked concentration in the final minutes, and at this level, you get punished. We need to learn from this and move forward.”
What’s Next for City?
The draw means City have dropped vital points in the Premier League title race, with rivals gaining ground. Guardiola will need to address the defensive frailties ahead of their next match, especially with crucial fixtures on the horizon.
For Akanji and Nunes, the coming games will be an opportunity to regain confidence and repair their reputations after a night to forget. Meanwhile, City fans will be watching closely, hoping their team can bounce back and maintain their push for the title.
