Fans criticized Antony after learning that he had contributed to more Chelsea goals than Manchester United in the Premier League this season.
The Brazilian was given a rare start at Stamford Bridge in lieu of Marcus Rashford, who was demoted to the bench.
With Chelsea already ahead thanks to a Conor Gallagher goal, defender Marc Cucurella charged into the United penalty area.
Antony chased the Spaniard before jumping in to try to win the ball, but instead he took down Cucurella.
Cole Palmer converted the subsequent penalty for his 19th goal of the season, as fans realized Antony had now contributed to more Chelsea goals than United in the Premier League.
At the time, the winger has yet to score or assist in the league this season, despite scoring twice and assisting once in the FA Cup.
One fan responded, “Atrocious.”
Another commented, “Worst signing in Premier League history.”
A third person responded with the following: “How can you have zero goals in match day 31 playing as winger.”
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Another commented: “No words. 🤐”
However, Antony came back in the second half and provided one of the season’s best assists, crossing with the outside of his left foot for Alejandro Garnacho to score his second goal of the game.
Manchester United lost 4-3 due to two late Chelsea goals.
Antony, 24, has been highly criticised this season, and he is one player new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe may try to offload in the summer.