Diogo Dalot’s quick reaction to Man Utd fans booing him against Aston Villa says a lot about him.
Diogo Dalot showed a lot about his character after Manchester United’s 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, even when some fans booed him outside Old Trafford.
On Sunday, United scored two late goals to secure a 4-4 draw, giving a bit of hope during a tough season so far. While many blame the club’s board for the poor results, some fans have turned their frustration toward the players—Dalot especially has faced criticism.
The 27-year-old defender has started eight of United’s 10 Premier League games this season and was loudly booed by fans after the match. As he left the stadium, some supporters showed their anger at him, but what Dalot did next really stood out.
Despite looking upset, Dalot swallowed his pride and went over to the fans to give away his shirt as a thank-you gesture. Players don’t have to do this, and in fact, most don’t. A clip even shows his teammate Ayden Heaven leaving without stopping to acknowledge the fans.
Sadly, Dalot’s kind gesture might not change many opinions since fans are growing more frustrated with his performance. Still, the team’s head coach Michael Carrick has his back. After the game, Carrick spoke out against the booing.
He said, “I understand the fans’ frustration – we all feel it. The players feel it too. Diogo gives everything. He’s played well in different positions. Yes, he made a mistake today, but he cares a lot and works hard. I like what he brings to the team and the environment.”
Carrick added that decisions about who plays next are a different matter, and they’re now focusing on the games ahead.