Manchester City fans are voicing their displeasure with right-back Kyle Walker following the team’s disappointing 2-0 Champions League defeat to Juventus. The loss has not only heightened criticism of City’s defensive struggles but also placed significant blame on Walker for his recent performances.
City entered the match in Turin with hopes of building momentum after a mixed week, which included a commanding 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest and a hard-fought 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace. However, the Champions League clash exposed their vulnerabilities once again. Second-half goals from Juventus stars Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie sealed the victory, leaving City’s chances of progressing in the competition in jeopardy.
Despite dominating possession for much of the match, Pep Guardiola’s men struggled to create clear-cut opportunities in attack and faltered defensively. Walker’s lapse in judgment during a crucial moment allowed Vlahovic to head in the opening goal, barely crossing the line after Ederson’s initial save against Federico Gatti.
The 33-year-old defender, who has been a cornerstone of City’s backline for years, has come under fire for a string of subpar performances this season. Many fans took to social media after the Juventus loss, calling for Walker to be sold and labeling his defensive lapses as costly to the team’s ambitions.
City’s current slump marks the worst run of Guardiola’s tenure, with the team managing just one win in their last nine matches across all competitions. As the pressure mounts, the dissatisfaction among fans grows louder, with Walker becoming a focal point of their frustration.
While Guardiola faces the challenge of reinvigorating his squad, Walker’s future at the club appears increasingly uncertain as City supporters demand changes to address their defensive woes.
