JAKARTA - While still active as a Manchester United player, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was nicknamed The Baby-faced Assassin. The nickname was given because of his composure and chill in front of goal. In addition, Solksjaer's face also resembles a baby who always smiles after breaking into the opponent's goal. The nickname seemed to carry over to serving as a coach. But, if his team loses, would it still be appropriate for Solskjaer to smile?
United lost 0-2 to Arsenal when the two teams met at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, January 1 evening in Week 21 of the Premier League. Robin van Persie, who has played for both clubs, criticized Solskjaer.
The former Dutch national team player was unhappy with Solskjaer's reaction to the defeat. He wanted to see Solskjaer angry.
"When I heard the name Ole, he sounded like a very nice person," the Dutchman told BT Sport. Launch Soccerway, Thursday, January 2.
"I want to see it a little more cruel, just get mad.
"I saw him smile after the game. This is not the time to smile."
United have had an inconsistent season. Of the 21 matches, they won eight, drew seven and lost six.
Van Persie said United's players needed to know about the penalties for not performing well.
"They need a game plan and a little bit of fear of the coach," he said.
"They have to know if they don't run or pass they will be punished and will not play in the next game."
Currently, United are five points behind Chelsea who are fourth in the Premier League standings.
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