Neville critical of Conte after Chelsea defeat

Gary Neville has criticised Antonio Conte following Chelsea’s defeat against Manchester United.

The Blues’ 2-0 loss at Old Trafford meant they remain just four points clear of second-placed Tottenham at the top of the Premier League.

Speaking on Sky, Chelsea legend Frank Lampard said he saw an “element of doubt” in Conte’s players as they were beaten for the second time in four matches.

And former United defender Neville noted that boss Conte was unusually subdued on the touchline as his team produced a below-par display.

Neville said: “Chelsea didn’t turn up. Where was Conte today, the manager?

“You talk about the players, but the manager has been so active on the touchline all season you expect him to get them going – him to be raging on the touchline.

“He seemed subdued today and as though he lacked belief. Chelsea didn’t turn up but United were fantastic.”