Erik ten Hag insists Antony's passion is a strength after he was booked for a malicious foul in Manchester United's defeat at Brighton.
Antony was piqued he did not receive a free-kick in the 69th minute and seconds later he hacked down Brighton midfielder Alexis Mac Allister.
The Brazilian was immediately confronted by Brighton centre-back Lewis Dunk and the pair were both booked. Antony was substituted in the 76th minute. Also read: United make decision on Weghorst "Yeah, but his passion is a strength," Ten Hag said. "Of course, until a certain level you have to control it.
You need passion and desire to win your games and win battles in the game. "It is very strong with him and he is very ambitious.
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