Atletico down Carrick’s struggling Man United

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Manchester United in a Champions League match on Tuesday, intensifying pressure on United coach Michael Carrick. Pablo Barrios opened the scoring for Diego Simeone's side in the first minute, followed by Ademola Lookman adding a second in the 79th minute. Manchester United's worst domestic start in 40 years and this defeat marked their fifth loss in five games across all competitions.

Carrick fielded Carlos Bacca in his first start and moved Bruno Fernandes to the right side. Atletico played without their captain Koke, who was absent due to the death of his mother. Julian Alvarez made his first appearance for Atletico this season at the Metropolitano stadium. Despite Bryan Mbuemo's effort to equalize, Atletico maintained their lead.

Alejandro Grimaldo came close to extending the lead but the goal was disallowed following a VAR review. Atletico's defender Yoro received a red card in the 74th minute, allowing Lookman to score the winning goal. Carrick made adjustments, withdrawing Fernandes ahead of an upcoming English top flight match against Leeds. Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak saved from United substitute Matheus Cunha in the final moments, but United could not mount a comeback.