Shearer says Man Utd players 'didn't look fit at all' after loss to Hull
Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney analysed Manchester United's performance after a 2-0 opening-day Premier League defeat to newly promoted Hull City.
Manchester United suffered a surprising start to the new Premier League season, losing 2-0 to newly promoted Hull City on the opening day of the campaign.
Pundit analysis
On Match of the Day, former players turned pundits Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney broke down United's display. Shearer's assessment focused on the team's physical condition, suggesting the players did not appear fit throughout the match, which he identified as a contributing factor to the defeat.
Rooney, who previously played for United during his career, also weighed in on the team's performance, reviewing key moments from the match and the squad's overall showing on the pitch.
Context
A defeat to a newly promoted side on the first matchday is considered an unexpected result given Manchester United's stature in English football. The pundits' discussion on Match of the Day highlighted fitness as a possible explanation for the underwhelming performance.
It remains unclear how the club will respond to the criticism or whether adjustments will be made to preparation ahead of upcoming fixtures.
