In comments shared by Tribuna, Cunha spoke about the viral challenge directly.
“People are more concerned about getting five wins because of the haircut than about the 15 points. So, I care more about the 15 points and not at all about his haircut,” Cunha stated.
He added: “We discuss it sometimes, but it doesn’t motivate us. We don’t find it exciting.”
Cunha’s remarks highlighted that within the team, the haircut discussion is not significant.
United Strand’s promise not to cut his hair until the team secured five consecutive wins gained attention as they approached this milestone before their match with West Ham.
However, a 1–1 draw halted their pursuit and kept the storyline alive, prolonging media focus on what Rooney had labeled a distraction.
Cunha’s viewpoint aligns with Wayne Rooney’s earlier remarks. The conversation should center on results and league standing, not a viral trend.
Manchester United’s focus is on points, not publicity
Cunha elaborated on how the attention shapes the season’s perception.
“No one wants those five wins more than we do. But I think the pressure from his haircut takes away some of the joy of the season,” Cunha expressed.
This comment reframed the situation. The team aims for performance, yet external discussions have shifted towards spectacle.
United’s efforts to climb the league table risk being overshadowed by a fan’s grooming promise.
For players focused on earning points, this emphasis feels misplaced. Five straight wins would mean 15 important points, not a haircut reveal.
Cunha’s perspective suggests the squad prefers a return to focusing on football. Rooney dismissed the trend as irrelevant, and Cunha found it unmotivating.
Their combined message is clear: Manchester United’s season should not be reduced to a haircut countdown.