Outrun and outfought by Fulham: Michael Carrick’s methods simply not working at Man United this season
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces intense criticism following a 1-1 draw against Fulham that leaves the team in 12th place. The article highlights poor fitness, tactical failures, and ineffective management as primary reasons for the club's struggles.
Why it matters
Manchester United is a global sports brand, and its poor performance impacts the financial and competitive landscape of the Premier League.
Manchester United rescued a point late on as they secured a 1-1 draw against Fulham away at Craven Cottage on Sunday.
Lisandro Martinez 's calamitous own goal was cancelled out by a late Matheus Cunha deflected effort, as the Red Devils head into the international break in 12th position in the Premier League table.
Heading into the game, Michael Carrick was under immense pressure , with United having won only one league game so far.
INEOS' abysmal approach in the summer window is a huge reason why the 20-time English league champions are in this mess.
But, the head coach needs to be doing a lot better with the players at his disposal.
Once again, the Cottagers looked well up for the contest as they played out from the back with ease and easily bypassed the haphazard United press.
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