crucify

verb3

1. •
   To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.
2. •
   To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at, especially as a scapegoat or target of outrage.

   • After his public gaffe, he was crucified in the media.
3. •
   (informal) To thoroughly beat at a sport or game.

   • West Ham beat Manchester City five nil–they crucified them!