Outrun and outfought by Fulham: Michael Carrick’s methods simply not working at Man United this season
1 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 Cun...
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, securing a point despite a calamitous own goal from Lisandro Martinez. The Red Devils are now 12th in the Premier League table. Heading into the game, Michael Carrick faced immense pressure as United had only won one league game so far. Carrick's methods appear ineffective, with the team playing out from the back and easily bypassing United's press.
Fulham, on the other hand, looked well-prepared and content to jog around the pitch, showing little urgency with the ball. United's poor fitness was again evident, as they outran Fulham in distance and sprints. Carrick failed to make a change until the 77th minute despite being down a goal, opting to bring on Joshua Zirkzee instead of more adventurous options like Shea Lacey.
It is evident that Carrick's approach is not working this season, and his tactical acumen may not be sufficient to help United escape their current woes.
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