Virgil Van Dijk takes a nasty jibe at Andre Onana in the Anfield tunnel

Anfield heats up as Virgil Van Dijk confronts Andre Onana post-match.

Virgil Van Dijk takes a nasty jibe at Andre Onana in the Anfield tunnel

(L) Andre Onana (R) Virgil Van Dijk. (Source: MSN / PA Images)

Premier League matchday 17 was filled with unexpected results and excitement throughout. After securing a hard-fought draw at Anfield, Manchester United showed signs of improvement. However, it wasn’t just the match that has caught the fan’s attention recently.

As reported by matchday reporters, Liverpool‘s captain, Virgil Van Dijk, confronted United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana, in the tunnel at full-time. Van Dijk was frustrated at his team’s fate of losing the top spot in the league.

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Because of you, we only played a half-hour game.
Virgil Van Dijk sadi this to Andre Onana

The Cameroonian replied subtly with a smile, celebrating a moral victory over his opponent.

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The result serves well into Erik ten Hag‘s tenure as the Red Devil’s Boss. He becomes the first manager to restrict them at home and stop them from scoring so far in the league. Raphael Varane’s performance was also a positive sign for the United supporters.

Nonetheless, Premier League referees did not spare a chance to be in the limelight again, as Diogo Dalot received two yellow cards and a straight red for dissent. Onana’s performance also remained important, as he seemed confident after his recent dip in form. As Liverpool aims to win the league, they also seem content with sharing a point. Jurgen Klopp summed up the game to be unlucky. Liverpool dropped to the second spot behind Arsenal.

Erik ten Hag’s professional response to Virgil Van Dijk’s comments

Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, remained unfazed when informed of Virgil van Dijk‘s post-match comments criticizing United’s approach in the goalless draw against Liverpool. Van Dijk expressed frustration, claiming, 

Only one team was trying to win the game.
(L) Erik ten Hag (R) Virgil Van Dijk
(L) Erik ten Hag (R) Virgil Van Dijk (Source: The Telegraph/ Liverpool FC)

However, in a composed response during the press conference, Ten Hag stated that it is his [Van Dijk’s] opinions.

The United boss focused on his team’s performance, expressing pride and emphasizing the disciplined execution of the game plan. Meanwhile, United legend, Roy Keane sharply criticized Van Dijk, accusing him of arrogance and reminding him of Liverpool’s limited recent title success.

Ten Hag praised his team’s resilience and discipline, stating that consistent performance at this level makes them formidable. Despite the draw, United displayed defensive strength, earning a crucial point and halting Liverpool’s scoring streak at Anfield.

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