Antony: Manchester United Winger Fires Back at Critics With Defiant Message After Spin Move Outrage

• Antony has fired back at his critics who bashed him for doing his spin move during a match
• The Brazil winger has said that he will keep doing the move, a defiant message to the critics who were unimpressed by the move
• The 22-year-old did the move late in the first half against Sheriff Tiraspol, attracting praise and criticism

Manchester United winger Antony has hit back at critics who blasted him after he did his popular spin move during the club's Europa League clash on Thursday, 27th October.

Antony performed the move against Sheriff Tiraspol on Thursday night, drawing heavy criticism from pundits and support from United fans who feel the Brazilian was enjoying himself.

The 22-year-old's flamboyant spin move was the subject of discussion on social media by fans and pundits. However, criticism from Manchester United legend Paul Scholes attracted angry reactions from fans.

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The legendary former United midfielder called the young Brazilian a "clown" and advised him to eliminate such tendencies in his game, according to MEN.

Erik ten Hag substituted Antony at halftime and said the spin move wasn't why he took him off. he said that he has no problem with the spin as long as it is "functional", according to Sky Sports.

Antony fires back

On his Instagram story, Antony delivered a defiant message to critics. The story was accompanied by a photo of Antony doing the spin. The translated caption read:

"We are known for our art, and I will not stop doing what brought me to where I am!"

Brazilians are known for their swagger and flamboyance. The likes of Ronaldinho epitomised Brazilian flair, and he is considered the most entertaining footballer of all time, according to FourFourTwo.

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Scholes rips into Antony

Sports Brief earlier reported on Manchester United legend Paul Scholes blasting Antony for doing the move, calling him a clown.

Scholes did not mince his words when reacting to Antony's showboating.

"This country, any country even Brazil. They don't want to see that do they? I like to see skills and entertainment, I just don't think it's skill or entertainment it's just being a clown."