Michael Carrick's Manchester United were ripped apart in a dreadful 4-1 defeat at Como in the Champions League, as their Horrible run of games continue
The pressure continues to pile on Carrick and this United side as their start to the season lurches from bad to worse - and on Wednesday night they were humbled by a Como team that delivered more intensity and quality in Italy.
The first attribute should be a non-negotiable but, despite United's application being in the spotlight, they were once again outworked by their opposition. Static in midfield, allowing Como players to run off them, losing markers... this was a shocking show of United's big failings out of possession.
The tone was set just two minutes in when Man Utd went behind early on - again. They are the first English side to concede in back-to-back Champions League games so soon and never got to grips with Cesc Fabregas' impressively coached team.
Michael Carrick's Manchester United were ripped apart in a dreadful 4-1 defeat at Como in the Champions League, as their miserable run of results stretched to seven without a win.
The pressure continues to pile on Carrick and this United side as their start to the season lurches from bad to worse - and on Wednesday night they were humbled by a Como team that delivered more intensity and quality in Italy.
The first attribute should be a non-negotiable but, despite United's application being in the spotlight, they were once again outworked by their opposition. Static in midfield, allowing Como players to run off them, losing markers... this was a shocking show of United's big failings out of possession.
The tone was set just two minutes in when Man Utd went behind early on - again. They are the first English side to concede in back-to-back Champions League games so soon and never got to grips with Cesc Fabregas' impressively coached team.
he 4-1 defeat to Como raises serious questions about Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United. Losing by such a margin is bad enough, but the manner of the performance will concern supporters even more. United need to show greater defensive discipline, improve their organisation and find a consistent attacking identity.
Carrick now faces pressure to deliver an immediate response. The next performances must demonstrate that the team is learning from its mistakes rather than repeating them. United’s supporters have endured too many disappointing nights, and patience will inevitably wear thin if results and performances fail to improve.
Ultimately, one defeat does not decide a manager’s future, but a result like this cannot simply be brushed aside. Carrick needs to restore confidence, make the necessary tactical adjustments and prove that he can get Manchester United moving in the right direction.