“Took us a little bit to adjust”: Calvert-Lewin exposes Michael Carrick move that left Leeds scrambling

Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has revealed that Manchester United’s tactical shift left his team scrambling during their recent 1-1 draw. United started the season poorly, and the match at Elland Road saw them hold a 1-1 draw. Bryan Mbeumo secured the opener for United, but Calvert-Lewin equalized with a powerful header. United has only seven points from their first seven games, the worst start in a top-flight campaign since 1986.

Carrick employed a fluid system that sometimes saw United play as a back five. Calvert-Lewin admitted that they took a little time to adjust to the change. Despite the draw, Leeds manager Danny Farke expressed disappointment, stating they should have held onto the lead at halftime. However, he acknowledged that United is still a formidable team with quality players.

Both managers saw the match as a testament to the respect their teams have earned. The match had implications for the teams' upcoming matches, with United facing Como in the Champions League.