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Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel scathed into Lisandro Martinez for his role in Brighton & Hove Albion's second goal against the Red Devils. The Seagulls won the Premier League clash at Old Trafford 3-1 on Saturday, September 16.
However, his performance against Brighton rubbed many the wrong way, including Schmeichel. The display was uncharacteristic as the player has been superb for the Premier League club since joining them last year.
Manchester United will next face Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena in the UEFA Champions League group stage on Wednesday, September 20.
Martinez's role in Gross's goal was questionable. The Argentine central defender was turned inside the box with a dummy after the German latched on to Tariq Lamptey's pass. He tried to attempt the shot from Gross by turning on his back and failed miserably in his efforts.
Schmeichel was left confused by what the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner was trying to do as he questioned the Argentine's positioning and decision-making. The legendary goalkeeper said (quotes as per Metro):
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