Manchester United great Gary Neville trolls Liverpool FC after Burnley defeat

Manchester United nice Gary Neville has taken yet one more swipe at Liverpool after they misplaced to Burnley on Thursday night time.

The shock 1-0 defeat at Anfield, courtesy of a late Ashley Barnes penalty, has seen the reigning champions drop extra factors within the Premier League title race as they misplaced at residence for the primary time since April 2017.

United squandered the chance to go six factors away from Liverpool final Sunday when the 2 sides performed out a goalless draw, however tonight’s outcome following their hard-fought win at Fulham on Wednesday means they now have that benefit.

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The defeat sees Jurgen Klopp’s aspect stay in fourth place on 34 factors, behind Leicester Metropolis and Manchester Metropolis on 38 factors whereas United prepared the ground with 40.

It has given United an enormous benefit over their fierce rivals within the title race and former captain Neville hasn’t wasted the chance to troll the Merseyside outfit.

The Sky Sports activities pundit has turn into famend for his hilarious pictures in response to Liverpool’s poor outcomes and this time he has posted a easy zoomed-in shot of his eyes, however the pleasure in them is palpable.

He later added, maybe in reference to United’s upcoming Europa League marketing campaign: “Soccer on Thursday Nights ain’t that dangerous,” accompanied with a folded arms emoji.

United will meet Liverpool for the second consecutive weekend this coming Sunday as the 2 groups face off within the FA Cup earlier than attentions will flip again to the title race.

Liverpool have powerful fixtures on the horizon towards fellow title challengers Manchester Metropolis, Tottenham and Leicester Metropolis, whereas United’s upcoming video games look extra snug, together with matches towards relegation candidates Sheffield United and West Brom.