Luke Shaw believes Harry Maguire has suffered more abuse than anyone he has come across in football and his critics have to 'accept' he is part of England.
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Luke Shaw believes Harry Maguire has suffered more abuse than anyone he has come across in football and wants England fans to accept the fact the defender ...
He has taken a lot of stick, probably more than I have ever seen before in football but he never hides away, he is always there. [Manchester United](https://theathletic.com/football/team/manchester-united/) this season, also looked shaky in [Milan](https://theathletic.com/football/team/milan/) during Friday’s 1-0 defeat by [Italy](https://theathletic.com/football/team/italy/) and his position in Southgate’s team remains under threat. [Luke Shaw](https://theathletic.com/football/player/luke-shaw-Zy2SAXAr0OEuSY7y/) believes [Harry Maguire](https://theathletic.com/football/player/harry-maguire-2mWSyo2A3zradflx/) has suffered more abuse than anyone he has come across in football and wants [England](https://theathletic.com/football/team/england/) fans to accept the fact the defender remains a key England player.
Harry Maguire's poor performances with England haven't gone unnoticed in the United States, who will face the Three Lions in the World Cup.
WHAT'S NEXT FOR MAGUIRE: With his World Cup chances in question, Maguire now must face another difficult task: regaining his starting job at Manchester United. "Harry Maguire... WHAT THEY SAID: "Please let Harry Maguire start against the USMNT in the World Cup," tweeted Jimmy Conrad, who played the 2006 World Cup with the United States.
Jamie Carragher says Gareth Southgate was correct to stand by Harry Maguire for the Italy and Germany games, but he believes the England defender's World ...
“In the past, it is something Maguire has struggled with. There is a shortage of quality England centre-backs. Southgate started Maguire in both of the Nations League games on Friday and Monday against Italy and Germany. It is also a reflection of England’s limited options. He conceded a penalty with a clumsy challenge on Jamal Musiala after needlessly giving the ball away. He had a poor season for United last term with criticism levelled at him, but still made 30 top-flight appearances.
Former England international Jamie Carragher has claimed that it is 'too late' for Harry Maguire to save his club career at Man United.
When I watched Maguire in the last two games, I felt sorry for him. But that is not a good look for any sports person. Now it is England’s problem. “When I watched Maguire in the last two games, I felt sorry for him…” And in his column for the Daily Telegraph, Carragher has since claimed that he sees no way back for the embattled United defender at club level. Maguire has not started a league game for United since their dismal 4-0 loss away to Brentford earlier this season, and his woes continued on the international stage over the last few days.
That HRWC group draw assorted pundits described as being “favourable” back in April continues to look a good one, particularly if you're fans of Wales, Iran or ...
[Friday’s Fiver](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/sep/23/the-fiver-doncaster-city-scotland)). And you can always tweet The Fiver via [@guardian_sport](https://ablink.editorial.theguardian.com/ls/click?upn=5OUXPaTM0ijCszdMDtTT-2FQFTLKctakrmOSsofIB3zV176qw4sBYJ4ROtOYaEsgUAwrqUxQe-2FzWsJf6M8BozbFa0qMk6OIvcr36MSjLh8qspcIGVLuyBnOdBkyBAGOOhCWCzxTJXUAPoFzDasfI7pXN-2F0XGPxt84bCQo7FcUWMghHU7ZJUgCZOPKJ2Algc2a8d2krBmgCAu3QoG-2Fx53Y7EQ-2BR4996ShQcY3zl4ewv8Tg0-2BNY64NZUAJHtN341MGKX7j5Z1ejSwKC-2BFNzOLO7gp0cHU40cvMqg-2BfNBujjcQmbsdsXYz-2F8LXRnr-2BSZ-2BMRdWeuhc-2F5XfoeScBdVVZPlYBk-2BB4jQOKzWCdM1VjVf0TU6L9O41XqF1BUJ1n0f6MmDHA-2B6-2Fb0Fwozm4XEQmmDSQR8vNN2DYKJ7BEXi0Xx5WCmDSRZSpBWoaiu6wjKcFTf0CTISYsVNgen47KniYU8fH-2Bl3Tw3hPF7Weox-2BEU2cvK0NhxkP81u6YRGrWgH6qjcSvC9lBLooh5gTzPUeeZcS2jU5Vsl9EA4JkGQbOkJ5KoUlvbK49AUd9Lby98-2BXVnZSJLqAuEhymW9PRV1yiQaKGptRN9M2LrWYHi2lyzZRlWse8yuGLRSaQ94uQ9rJtINREOOeEOQL1MEHEz5clZSP9w0ajM2ZYMTLl2N4LL5jEr7ynBvO8z-2B2cYWp7q-2BMIdkYb4WpLgbBPkkbwyeLctQW9CS804TV8B-2BA9IGfgeCFE3pWISj7FxyYph14PWxg6z-2BwW3sZQvMQYtnMQmVvmTlgavzFVk-2Ba23TKZAssUDTrmuXvC9tnvrCjMLFKymlO5fgkGS-2Bjd2xYUiLMvAg1BV4ISIkCHJeormo96aMzw7CrenLQ5w2-2FsQGL9w0uDDVkgCas6CGwNwDT0XKA9Yi8wtwUfyDWQ9i9y3ItasnKv3-2FNBgfhfvCls7IScpfXNLGuf7eLxXCe77MOxUIfI7djg-2Fw9mEVNkKjJcIB6cvq3-2FDWP-2B38eT-2BaLcsxS89qDuBJF4i3ei0p2LhENDP1iOrWkPbP7GYuWHl5YBF51cO8dj5NArriaKE-2BT7ArylYCNgvUPe6OAKhgarSGVjgI6iufcuVz1gF-2F5KLoPWc4AtyD-2FXwgathT-2FGmpHoogrIhPpUqGtbM-2FUGmWnP5X1MIBgC0NQThHDbUDPnVNnihOyPaVQVQ-2FHoNlN-2F6Gsll4ABqNsZGzdAPXlu6-2BoS8-2FaynsmqFBUu7tFqhTXerFzHs0-2FoNeAWfn99x1CD-2BCIl-2Fsi1Jg9WhvwecWsL8A4USywq3YRC8tY1kVSJ8j0T-2FcuCvEf3DPV-2B-2Bw7h3pYJ9jm0j9iRMuQZ0hvw5FzvpIa6UxUGF3R53pwYmDZ7HJViA5a2W-2FqqxJk9o3x9YH1ImkpA-2BR-2BmyxqMLDHKqlj2WdFuCRk58SW-2FqrYABuzWfJj463KZ-2B6s4GlnhMZ5RLMrjWQhUfYN2E3WbvNlaopaS3QedI3H-2FUnO4JxMNR-2FyjYSw3WshOxoYB9juc7Vvs0Q6vIc4HIegqBjQg3S-2B5v32G-2B-2BsjUmy-2FuYr63CXFP6nijPXWNNKxojHtfNZljorgk-2F-2FwRgPe8eP4sjTK4StK9P6FRjGmnh-2F-2F-2BuYWq0pIN-2B0wDWKeMlDf62kgp3SzrQ0uRcwhDmlNPNvfs-2FdL-2BKsk-2FhzGCQnsJ2xWfnVIo0Mj-2FQF-2Bb7v5TmOROFep8EnbbEkgmKbxJxLbQxROIDYbSpcIgQpmI7bj-2BHQfW-2Fdn4t6AMC3mCmAFpQcTdVNXQir3v-2BnU-2F9c4zHxUToPtksy49F6Jmgvk-2BWCb8GpnAwGD64W3ExB9fUEwmx8MEBDuhCDQYflVhpC2-2BT-2F3dUf-2BQYWs-2BNcmfpQLrmcG5AGFv5lwjsVYkkyuay4BYXCu-2FPYIRf98VHXdmo7LEVbcXkJDd5x2tiXSI72I9x9wIbmjxIqiryWZm-2FdZ0OfZB9OESJcMg-2FJ3-2BJNStqt0dYAU-2FLY9eGreTM-2BAaS5xN4-2BqE3-2B8FSet1QbA4FLsowUZQEOvEls6uACpYXvP-2FqUt2Z7gnttuUtmHuKE-2BRlxIR86OxnMSyfgT4pD-2BUF-2BhUY0RNG-2BeZLDS0ghY8lDHsSfr-2BkIhfqy6YF8i1INSvjxxhN7-_CuGwnUDNLqC-2FZuThtORVj-2B9fqW7Z1GKmvkT50KuoKHDhmjDAuAPLw7c2-2FgDdSSKmDXrjhGtgHUrc5PpEgoK3rM44za-2BDXzcj1VyhFV3RAI1D96Q74mFnqfn-2F118mkltvRORz-2F-2FTZXcNR5u-2BwnnIGc9uDKX3XEExYfqOU2v4yokukFx1rkbcWYTYOt2WWJQNl956gq8s793aOut35BfISiqruxVXFdaS8DEvMxh6pvwdAprFQgmAwJvZ8ylYvaAL3ZGz5RAXOSZq4b3-2FvpB7rN4sXu0E077ZMGOl7-2B8pwWTMySSWRsZ6vf4kgUlQvg-2FnoyxrAOK3X-2FGgiQFZogETdprwsMzQxPyKVMG8U3-2FsNiV4WKH5NhkTIzzil5DBXitWkU7fqAN5XMm8I606LDVfC8ulARXbsSvFnd-2FGV7sv7j6yADA18sevwaTGoKqb01aE1QdrXmBYdevZ-2B-2BTMAAPXircfmWhmR-2B8QJeYJU1FE-2FzUTGhQFFZdFYGeMDF0FuwHcSvxnAPgyoaFBAfFkjJbVXxi-2Fpw8CLCI0zoG0J8FXa15nAdrgS-2Bm2GVhvvYqn1CZp-2FvU8z8nNT80ZGccFx8s9d8vch9GV1wEY-2BMOhvkMOhXRcrYYVMK9LlM6QdlamL4i-2FGWA7tDvI2ZHTVkXjAqPukX3uyPvMUZTbIvJdBMpP9tynHErl8Ywnpzgf7WawA4oH3). Now, [on Big Website](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/sep/26/doncaster-sheffield-airport-to-close-after-no-tangible-proposals-put-forward): ‘Doncaster Sheffield airport is to close later this year, its owners have confirmed’. Secondly, which of the 16 islands in the archipelago were they referring to? Red as the great wall of Gwalia. Red as the rising flag of Merthyr. Red as the ancient book of dreams. But if I’m going to be wishy-washy, change my mind and not give us the best chance of winning, then it’s pointless me doing it.” In the meantime, fan opprobrium will rain down on his centre-half until morale improves. In the face of mounting criticism for his unwavering loyalty to Maguire, Southgate has repeatedly justified the player’s inclusion in his starting line-up on the grounds that he has “never let me down”. After being let down in almost comical style twice at Wembley, the England manager has a big decision to make. Once described as the second most important job in the UK after that of prime minister, such is the nationwide bin-fire that has been lit and continues to be vigorously stoked by feckless recent occupants of 10 Downing Street and their deviant cohorts, that the role of England manager is now undeniably the highest office in the land. More used to surfing into major tournaments on a wave of good performances, excellent results, ultimately misguided optimism and upbeat chat about who they’d rather face in the first knockout round after topping their group, it will be a different England who travel to the Human Rights World Cup in November.
Luke Shaw says England and Manchester United team-mate Harry Maguire receives more criticism than he's "ever seen before in football".
"But also from a club respective I know the first two games [this season] weren't good enough and of course I fully understand the manager has to make decisions. But I need to work hard in training and make sure when that chance comes I'm ready. You can have people who can hide away and not want to be in the spotlight. "It's tough for him, but us as players and staff are all behind him because he's a very important player. every mistake being punished and scrutinised - comes with the territory though. Playing with no games at this level always leaves you open." "I've got to keep working hard and understand my situation, and it's up to me to keep working hard and keep training well and hopefully just wait for the chance." Is there? Isn't there? "I'm Manchester United captain and Manchester United are the most spoken about club in England, so if I listened to the noise, I'd probably be there all day, so I don't listen to it. "He never hides away, he's always there. "People need to understand he's a big part of the England team and have to accept it."
Harry Maguire started for England against Germany on Monday and he was spotted limping after the 3-3 draw at Wembley.
[Maguire](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/harry-maguire) started the game but he was responsible for Germany taking the lead after half-time. So great character from him, really proud of him for that." Manchester City's midfielder Ilkay Gundogan converted from the spot and that meant Maguire's mistake had gifted Germany the advantage.
Harry Maguire must go back to basics in order to rebuild his confidence ahead of the World Cup, talkSPORT have been told.The experienced defender is e.
“Sometimes you’ve just got to accept it. Accept that he’s not in form and go back to the very basics to take the pressure of him, clear his head, enjoy training and work towards the World Cup rather than magically getting his form back. Come and enjoy the best World Cup fan experience in London – and enjoy a pint on us – with tickets for England and Wales’ group stage games on sale “There’s no doubt that he’s not a bad centre-back but he’s in a bad vain of form at the moment. He added: “Manchester United fans are a bit mixed on Harry Maguire but what I would say is that he deserves the criticism and he deserves to be on the bench based on his lack of form. “It’s not the level that you want an England centre back to be playing against going into the World Cup and he may even be injured as well.
Maguire has endured a difficult period at club level which has seen him dropped from the Manchester United starting XI by Erik ten Hag, and he had a night ...
I did go and get a psychologist and get help. But there’s nothing you can do other than show up, try your best and not give in. I felt for him last night. 'Harry is going through a difficult moment. He thinks Maguire could also benefit from getting some professional help. 'My pain lasted for about eight months in football terms.
The United captain was dropped by manager Erik Ten Hag after just a couple of games into the season as Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez formed a solid ...
Maguire has been targeted by several United fans on social media over the past few months for his poor performances on the pitch which has also led to the England defender earning sympathy from many. Maguire faces a herculean task to regain his spot in United's line-up amid formidable challenges from Varane and Martinez. The former Liverpool defender believes Maguire's time at United is all but over and he should be looking for a way out of Old Trafford. England ended their campaign in the tournament without a win with Maguire facing intense criticism from all corners for his horror show at the back. Harry Maguire seems to have lost the plot at Manchester United as his form continues to slump after a disastrous start to the ongoing season. However, the defender failed to turn a corner as his poor run continued in the Nations League.
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire suffered a suspected hamstring injury in England's 3-3 UEFA Nations League draw at home to Germany on Monday.
[Raphael Varane](/people/raphael-varane/) and [Lisandro Martinez](/people/lisandro-martinez/) are seemingly expected to retain their places at centre-back, although [Victor Lindelof](/people/victor-lindelof/) is also an option at Ten Hag's disposal. "Luke was another example of someone who is an outstanding footballer, so what do we do? [Luke Shaw](/people/luke-shaw/), [Mason Mount](/people/mason-mount/) and [Harry Kane](/people/harry-kane/), but [Kai Havertz](/people/kai-havertz/) netted an 87th-minute equaliser – his second goal of the match – to rescue a point for the Germans.
Neville explained why Gareth Southgate keeps picking Maguire, handing him a compliment.
“He has taken a lot of stick, probably more than I have ever seen before in football but he never hides away, he is always there. [Gary Neville](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/gary-neville) had described Maguire as among the best current English centre-backs, explaining that this was why Southgate continues to select him. “We don't have a strong pool of centre-backs. [Maguire](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/harry-maguire) had a disappointing display against Germany, being at fault for two goals. [came out to apologise](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-united-news-england-maguire-25114970) for his performance, saying: "Mistakes are part of the game, I apologise.” [United](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) teammate Luke Shaw - who scored England’s first goal of the night - [came to Maguire’s defence](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/man-united-shaw-maguire-england-25113847) post-match. Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate faced criticism for selecting the Manchester United captain in both games despite being dropped by Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.
Criticism of his performance against Germany is justified and Southgate must assess if Maguire is mentally right for a World Cup.
[Criticism of his performance against Germany is valid and justified](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/09/26/harry-maguire-continues-downward-england-spiral-moment-madness/) and Southgate must assess if Maguire is mentally right for a World Cup, able to show he can put all the issues behind him. There is a shortage of quality England centre-backs, regardless of the names being put forward as Maguire replacements over the last few weeks. In the past, it is something Maguire has struggled with. It is also a reflection of England’s limited options. It is understandable Gareth Southgate stood by him for the Italy and Germany games. No-one was going to take the p--- out of me like that. The second was after the 2006 World Cup when I started the following season out of form and it felt like every mistake was leading to a goal. On the day I was called up to the England squad for the first time he openly laughed at me with some team-mates. My question to Maguire is this: do you have that same fury in you? He needs this to be his final season at Old Trafford and start afresh. Twenty minutes later we were training and I approached the session like it was the Merseyside derby, the usual rules of no strong tackling abandoned as I relished every opportunity to demonstrate my competitiveness, especially when Song was nearby. Since then, Maguire seems to have gone into his shell, overwhelmed by the strongest personalities around him.
Maguire waited behind for two hours after Germany draw to talk with Southgate.
Confirming he will not have time to gather his squad together before the World Cup, Southgate said: “No, there just isn’t going to be time. We always look to find out absolutely everything about them and a lot of liaison with the clubs on how they are physically and what’s going on. I did go and get a psychologist and get help. “Sometimes you get lads who, in the early part of their career, haven’t had to handle adversity and when it hits them, it’s harder to cope with. England haven’t got a massive pool of centre-backs for a start. Harry’s not got a lot of competition for those two or three centre-back spaces.” When I lost my confidence, I went and saw a psychologist to help me through those moments. The pair chatted privately for around five minutes before shaking hands and saying their farewells. I did go and see my doctor at Manchester United. But he’s showing tremendous character. “It’s us. It’s not me.