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Updated March 2nd, 2020 at 13:59 IST

Roy Keane says he would 'kill' David de Gea for howler against Everton in 1-1 draw

Roy Keane lashed out at the current Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea after his howler in the opening minutes gave Everton the lead in the match.

Reported by: Suraj Alva
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Manchester United's surge towards claiming the fourth and final Champions League spot was dealt a major blow after the Red Devils dropped points, following the 1-1 draw against Everton over the weekend. Following the draw, former Manchester United legend Roy Keane lashed out at the current Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea after his mistake saw Everton take the lead. He even claimed that he would have 'killed' him for his howler. 

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Everton vs Man United highlights: David de Gea howler

The David de Gea howler happened during the opening minutes of the match. De Gea had collected a pass from Harry Maguire and was all set to launch a long ball forward to launch a United attack. But after hesitating inside the penalty area, David de Gea eventual clearance deflected off Calvert-Lewin feet and rolled back into the net. David de Gea howler made him the goalkeeper with the joint-most mistakes leading to goals in the top flight.

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Everton vs Man United highlights: Roy Keane on David de Gea howler

Roy Keane, during the Sky Sports coverage, was quoted as saying: "Whether I was a player or a manager, I'd have killed him. What is De Gea waiting for? It's crazy. There's almost a bit of arrogance to him. I would have lynched him at half time. There are no excuses." Keane added that these are huge moments for United in terms of trying to get into the top four.

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Everton vs Man United highlights: Roy Keane lashes out at Jordan Pickford 

Along with De Gea, Roy Keane also opted to slam Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, for his role in United's equaliser. The visitors levelled the series through Bruno Fernandes, whose shot went underneath the hands of Jordan Pickford. Roy Keane said that Everton are trying to be smart, but he knows Pickford is not a good goalkeeper. 

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Published March 2nd, 2020 at 13:27 IST

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