Rafael persistently fouls you in training, says ex-Man Utd striker Michael Owen

Manchester United’s tough-tackling right-back Rafael doesn’t reserve the rough treatment for opponents.

He also dishes it out during training, according to former team-mate Michael Owen.

Hinting that he didn’t always appreciate the Brazilian’s attention, Owen said he needed to cut silly fouls out of his game.

Speaking as BT Sport co-commentator after Rafael conceded a free-kick in today’s game against Aston Villa, he said: “That’s the part of Rafael’s game he’s got to improve.

“He does that in training, if I’m honest. He’s all over you like a rash and he’s got to be careful… he’s made a few mistakes this season.”