Former striker Dimitar Berbatov believes that Antony needs to eliminate teasing his opponents to become a great player. "I think Antony is a good signing, but he deserves criticism for his style of play. Antony always tries to tease and embarrass his opponents, but his tricks sometimes do not bring any benefit to the team. If Antony can eliminate this negative aspect of his game, he will contribute more to MU," the Daily Mail quoted Berbatov as saying.
"When you have the mindset of teasing your opponents, you will be kicked out and not respected by the other team. Antony's problem is that he always makes others uncomfortable. He must address this issue," the former MU striker added. Antony is currently the best technical player in the MU squad. He is willing to perform direct solo moves against his opponents to create breakthroughs. Antony often overcomes his opponents with brilliant skill, but he is also known for overusing it, which can make him look foolish. His trademark moves, such as holding the ball with his sole and performing a 360-degree turn, are aesthetically pleasing, but they do not always have a practical application in the game.
Playing for MU, Antony once performed a pointless 360-degree turn while holding the ball, causing the team to miss a chance to counter-attack and earning him criticism from fans and the media. Since the start of the 2022/23 season, Antony has played 30 matches for MU, scoring 7 goals and providing 3 assists. However, his performances have not yet justified his €100 million transfer fee. Experts in the UK have criticized him as a one-trick pony, who abuses his ability to dribble down the right wing, cut inside, and attempt a curling shot with his right foot.
In conclusion, while Antony is a talented player, he needs to improve his game by eliminating his negative tendencies to tease and embarrass his opponents. Instead, he should focus on contributing to the team by making more effective and efficient moves during matches. Only then can he become the great player that MU fans expect him to be.
