Man Utd news: Slovenian media react to Michael Carrick picking Benjamin Sesko over Matheus Cunha
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is facing criticism from Slovenian media for his decision to play Matheus Cunha as a striker over Benjamin Sesko. Despite Sesko's recent goal-scoring form, Carrick continues to favor Cunha, who has struggled to make an impact in the role.
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The article highlights the intense scrutiny and fan pressure surrounding high-profile football management decisions in the Premier League.
Manchester United duo Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko and manager Michael Carrick
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick’s decision to play Matheus Cunha as the number nine instead of Benjamin Sesko has left the Slovenian media furious, as the 45-year-old drops a hint on whether the striker could start against Sabah at Old Trafford in the Champions League on Thursday evening.
Sesko has made three substitute appearances for Man Utd in the Premier League so far this season.
The Slovenia international striker has scored once in those games
Cunha has been deployed as the number nine for Man Utd so far this campaign.
The Brazil international is not a natural striker and has failed to score in any of those games, although he has registered one assist.
Against Everton last weekend, Cunha started up front for Man Utd.
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