A former Manchester United star questions the team’s chances of success in the Champions League.

Manchester, England – In a recent Premier League match between Manchester United and Everton FC, former Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney expressed his belief that the club will miss out on Champions League football this season. Rooney, speaking in the TNT Sports studio after the game, stated, “I don’t think Manchester United will make the top four, because they almost have to win every game and they’re very inconsistent so I can’t see them doing that.”

Rooney’s concerns were shared by his former United teammate Rio Ferdinand, who looked ahead to their upcoming FA Cup quarter-final tie against Liverpool on March 17. Ferdinand warned that playing in the same manner against a team of Liverpool’s quality would lead to trouble for United. “You can’t keep doing that at this level, you can get away with it sometimes, but in the end you’re going to get caught or punched,” he added.

Ferdinand further emphasized the need for United to find a balance in their play. He noted that while the chances for Everton were not clear-cut, United’s current style of play does not prevent opposition teams from creating opportunities. “Unfortunately Man United are not a team that dominates enough of the ball to stop teams at the moment,” Ferdinand explained. “It’s about finding that balance. As Wayne says, the chances weren’t clear-cut, but the way you play football is to stop the opposition having any chances at goal.”

With these concerns raised by two former United stars, it remains to be seen how the team will respond in their upcoming matches. The FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool will be a crucial test for United, as they aim to salvage their season and prove their doubters wrong.