Martinez issues blistering criticism of Man Utd board after loss
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly criticized the club's board for failing to invest in the squad following their Champions League qualification. The comments follow a poor run of form and a recent loss to Atletico Madrid.
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Public player criticism of club management highlights internal tensions at major professional sports organizations.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez in action against Atletico Madrid
Manchester United reporter Published 13 October 2026, 22:32 BST Updated 47 minutes ago Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has launched a blistering attack on the club's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League.
Tuesday's 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid means United have now gone five games without a win.
Their last victory was against Azerbaijan champions Sabah FK on 10 September. Their only other win this season came against newly promoted Ipswich at Old Trafford, when they had to come from behind.
United finished third in the Premier League last term to seal a Champions League return for the first time in three years.
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