Jesse Lingard defended himself from abuse from Manchester United fans while he warmed up during Sunday’s shock 5-0 defeat against fierce rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford.The Red Devils suffered one of their most humiliating defeats of the Premier League era against Jurgen Klopp’s side.The result piles huge pressure on the shoulders of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who may now face a battle to hold onto his job.United’s board were expected to stick with Solskjaer until the end of the season regardless of what happens, but the sight of thousands of fans leaving Old Trafford with 25 minutes left on the clock may change their thinking.Naby Keita and Diogo Jota got Liverpool off to a flying start inside the opening 15 minutes, while the in-form Mohamed Salah went on to complete a hat-trick.p1fipmeh29i9o1re9p65dg27rod.jpgPaul Pogba was shown a straight red card for United, 15 minutes after coming on as a second-half substitute, while Cristiano Ronaldo was also lucky not to be sent off following a first-half incident involving Curtis Jones.Solskjaer sent on Diogo Dalot and Edinson Cavani with just under half-hour remaining but the damage had been done.This will be remembered as one of Man Utd’s most embarrassing defeats.p1fipmghfkmuqu7i1c021hbn1l9ef.jpg

Lingard abused during Man Utd 0-5 Liverpool

Angry United fans made their feelings crystal clear to the players and coaching staff as the goals flew in.

Footage has gone viral on social media showing Lingard saying: ‘I’m not on the pitch’ following alleged abuse from the stands.

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Credit: (@CantonaManc on Twitter)

Video: Lingard responds to Man Utd fan abuse

Watch the footage here:

Lingard remained an unused substitute as United managed to keep their number of goals conceded to five.

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