Michael Carrick defends Diogo Dalot against calls to drop him after Patrick Dorgu stars off the bench in Manchester United's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has jumped to the defence of Diogo Dalot amid calls for the full-back to be dropped after Sunday's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. The 27-year-old struggled at Old Trafford before substitute Patrick Dorgu replaced him to register a stoppage-time goal and assist.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has defended under-fire full-back Diogo Dalot after a performance that left him open to calls to be dropped following Manchester United's 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. Dalot struggled against Aston Villa before substitute Patrick Dorgu came on to score a stoppage-time goal and provide an assist.
Despite his poor display, Carrick refused to single out Dalot, stating that the manager understood supporter frustration and praised the Portuguese defender's commitment and willingness to play in different positions. Carrick emphasized that one mistake should not overshadow Dalot's overall contribution and added that picking the team for the next game is a separate decision.
United currently sit 18th in the Premier League after just one win, five draws, and four losses from their first 10 games, marking their lowest top-flight standing since 1986-87 and extending their winless league run to eight matches for the first time since April to May 2025.
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