Roy Keane’s personal problem with Andy Robertson emerges after he fumes at Scotland captain

ITV Sport pundit Roy Keane expressed dissatisfaction with Scotland captain Andy Robertson post-match comments following his team’s heavy defeat to Germany in Munich. Keane criticized Robertson for what he perceived as a lack of controlled aggression in his game, a sentiment he has previously voiced about the Liverpool star, whom he has referred to as a “big baby.“

Scotland suffered a resounding 5-1 loss on the opening night of Euro 2024 in Munich, with goals from Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, Niclas Fullkrug, and Emre Can securing a dominant victory for the hosts. Despite grabbing a consolation goal through an Antonio Rudiger own goal, Scotland endured a forgettable night, compounded by defender Ryan Porteous’s red card for a challenge on Ilkay Gundogan, which resulted in a penalty converted by Havertz. Robertson was left to explain his team’s lackluster performance.

“Andy Robertson spoke at the end of the game and said they had a ‘game plan’,” he said. “It’s all well and good having a plan, he said then ‘We weren’t aggressive enough’. You have to be aggressive in a game of football. Being up against opposition who are much stronger than you, being aggressive is part of a footballer.

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Roy Keane was unimpressed with Andy Robertson:

“If you step off against them like Scotland did tonight… and it’s no good talking after the game saying ‘We had a game plan’… it’s rubbish! Andy Robertson, it’s all just rubbish coming out. You knew before the game what was at stake and after the game it’s no good going, ‘We’ll regroup and we’ll be angry tomorrow.’ “No, you should be angry for a long time. We spoke before the game about creating history. They are creating history all right… by playing as bad as that and letting their manager and supporters down. The tackle for the penalty and sending off wasn’t aggressive that was madness, of course. Being aggressive is part of the game but they didn’t lay a glove on them.”

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Keane’s frustration might have been aimed at the entire Scotland team rather than solely Robertson, but this isn’t the first instance where he has criticized the Liverpool defender. In April of last year, Robertson was involved in a remarkable incident during Liverpool’s match against Arsenal at Anfield. He was accidentally struck in the throat by an elbow from assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis while protesting a decision just before half-time.

The Irishman said: “No, not really. But Robertson, do you know what, does he grab the linesman first? I’m not sure, but he’s complaining. He should be more worried about his defending. “Do you know what it is, that Robertson? I’ve watched him a number of times. He’s a big baby. That’s what he is. Just get on with the game and concentrate on your defending. He does grab the linesman first.” 

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In the past, Keane has also criticized Trent Alexander Arnold.

Roy Keane strongly believes that Trent Alexander-Arnold is unsuitable to play for England against top international teams, arguing that he lacks defensive capabilities. Keane maintains that even if Alexander-Arnold is deployed in midfield, his defensive deficiencies would ultimately prove costly for England, especially when facing elite opponents. Keane’s critique underscores concerns about Alexander-Arnold’s defensive prowess when confronted by top-tier international opposition, emphasizing the potential risks England could face by fielding him in crucial matches.

Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast sponsored by Sky Bet, Keane remarked, “You can’t play him [Trent Alexander-Arnold] in there [midfield] against one of the top teams. In one or two of the group matches you might get away with it, but if you play Trent in there against one of the top nations, particularly in terms of defensive responsibilities, he struggles.”

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Roy Keane’s criticisms of Liverpool have transcended professional analysis, revealing a noticeable personal bias that colors his commentary. His remarks often seem to surpass constructive critique, bordering on disdain or even animosity towards the club. This shift has drawn scrutiny for its potential impact on the fairness and objectivity of his assessments. Keane’s comments about Liverpool, whether directed at players like Trent Alexander-Arnold or broader aspects of the team’s performance, reflect a deep-seated skepticism that can undermine the neutrality expected in sports punditry.

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This persistent negativity has led to accusations of unfair targeting and unprofessional conduct, particularly when his assessments appear to be more rooted in personal opinion than factual analysis. As a prominent voice in football punditry, Keane’s approach towards Liverpool raises questions about balance and fairness in his role as a commentator and analyst.