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Gary Neville admits he was 'slightly unprofessional' after he claimed he was proud of Man United youngster Hannibal Mejbri for fouling Liverpool players in their disgraceful defeat at Anfield

Manchester United legend Gary Neville admitted that he strayed on to the 'unprofessional side of commentary' amid his praise of Hannibal Mejbri's challenge on Naby Keita on Tuesday.

The Red Devils were torn apart by Liverpool for the second time this season after a 4-0 mauling at Anfield left them humiliated.

Very few United players left Merseyside worthy of any credit after an inexcusable performance but Neville reserved some praise for youngster Mejbri.

Gary Neville admitted his praise of Man United's Hannibal Mejbri (right) was 'unprofessional'
Man United suffered a chasteningu00a0 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday night

Man United suffered a chastening 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday night

The 19-year-old was only on the pitch for six minutes but was a source of pride for the former Red Devil as he flew into tackles and gave away fouls for robust challenges on the Reds.