Matt Le Tissier Responds to Gary Neville’s Viral Video After Manchester Synagogue Attack

Former Southampton and England forward Matt Le Tissier has responded to Gary Neville’s viral video about the Manchester synagogue attack with a tweet of his own. Neville has faced heavy criticism this week following his outburst against what he described as “angry middle-aged white men” who are “creating division.”

The controversy stems from a terrorist incident on October 2, when Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen of Syrian descent, rammed his car into bystanders before stabbing victims outside a synagogue in Heaton Park during the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur. In reaction, Neville criticised the sudden wave of Union Jack flags appearing around the country, singling out a particular group in his remarks. Watch the video below:

The Salford City co-owner – who reportedly earns £1.1 million a year from his punditry work – said he “instantly” removed a Union Jack flag that had been flying at one of Manchester’s building sites. Amid the backlash, Le Tissier, a Premier League icon from his playing days, has now weighed in on the debate.

Matt Le Tissier Reacts To Neville’s Political Outburst

Where there’s political controversy, Le Tissier is never too far away. Having recently voiced his grievances over the UK government’s digital ID plans, he has now posted to social media in reaction to Neville, his former England teammate’s, remarks. Across two tweets, he wrote (see below):

Although his exact intentions are not entirely clear, given the limited explanation, Le Tissier seems to be aligning himself with those who have criticised the former Manchester United defender’s remarks, with some having gone as far to say they would cancel their Sky Sports subscription if he wasn’t taken off air.

By suggesting Neville will face no consequences from his employers because of his involvement with the World Economic Forum – a non-profit international organisation that brings together political, business, academic, and societal leaders – Le Tissier may also be voicing frustration over others who have lost jobs for expressing their views.

Having previously weighed in on the Charlie Kirk debate following Jimmy Kimmel’s dismissal in the U.S., it is evident that Le Tissier sees himself as an advocate for free speech. His latest posts appear to continue that stance, questioning why Neville is free to say what he wants while others face repercussions.