Dalot's Poor Performance Costs Man Utd 4th Straight Win Against Nottingham

Manchester United's Premier League winning streak ended at three after a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest. The match, held at the City Ground in Nottingham on November 2, 2025 (00:00 KST), saw United struggle to secure all three points. Diogo Dalot has faced heavy criticism from fans and the media for his shaky defensive performance. Casemiro opened the scoring for United in the 34th minute with a header from a Luke Shaw corner. Despite controlling possession after the goal, United failed to extend their lead. Nottingham responded strongly in the second half. Morgan Gibbs-White leveled the score in the 47th minute with a header after a goalmouth scramble. Just three minutes later, Nikola Savona scored a stunning goal, turning the game on its head with a powerful right-footed shot into the corner of the net. United appeared shaken by the sudden turnaround. United quickly responded with Amad Diallo scoring a dramatic equalizer in the 81st minute with a left-footed volley after a precise pass from Bruno Fernandes. Diallo's goal saved United from defeat. Despite relentless attacks from both sides in the closing stages, the match ended in a 2-2 draw. Regardless of the result, Diogo Dalot's performance was heavily scrutinized. His defensive errors and struggles in one-on-one situations were highlighted as contributing factors to Nottingham's goals. Social media and online communities were flooded with criticism of Dalot's performance. Some fans labeled his defending as "porous," with some even calling for his immediate transfer. Samuel Luckhurst of the 'Manchester Evening News' reported that manager Amorim was seen yelling at Dalot during the game regarding his positioning. Amorim reportedly showed clear dissatisfaction with Dalot's defensive awareness and gave direct instructions. Dalot has been a regular starter this season but has faced consistent criticism for his inconsistent performances. Beyond defensive lapses, he's also been criticized for inaccurate crosses and misplaced passes when contributing to the attack. His crossing accuracy is reportedly below 50%, and his passing success rate is below expectations. Football analysts suggest Dalot isn't quite at the level required to be a regular starter for a club like Manchester United. They argue he needs to improve his concentration and attacking contribution. They also emphasize the need for more proactive defending and better decision-making. This draw means Manchester United failed to achieve their fourth consecutive Premier League win. Stabilizing the defense is a priority for the upcoming matches. It’s crucial for Dalot to regain his form, and the club may need to consider alternative options. Manchester United's next game is against Aston Villa at Old Trafford on November 9, 2025. United must win this Premier League match to turn their fortunes around. Fans will be hoping that Dalot can use the criticism to improve his performance.