{
  "id": 14815746,
  "title": "Martinez breaks the deafening silence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/martinez-breaks-the-deafening-silence-14815746",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T22:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/opinion/2026/10/16/martinez-breaks-the-deafening-silence"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For the first time in a while, a voice from Manchester United's red half has been heard. The team's recent performance has been overshadowed by the noise from their own supporters and critics. Lisandro Martinez, an Argentine defender, spoke on behalf of the club's supporters after United's 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid. While losing to a top European side isn't a huge embarrassment, it's another setback for a team that has only won two out of their last nine games this season. The next test for Manchester United will be their encounter with fierce rival Leeds at Elland Road, a notoriously hostile environment. The team, under manager Daniel Farke, will be eager to avenge their recent defeat. However, the pressure is mounting for a change in the dressing room. Lisandro Martinez's frustration is echoed by other high-profile figures in the club, including former manager Michael Carrick. Carrick, who was given a permanent role and a long-term contract after stabilizing the team, may face resistance from those who feel he wasn't given enough support. The club's owner, Jim Ratcliffe, is considering two potential candidates for the managerial position: Eddie Howe and Antonio Conte. Both have impressive CVs, but they come with their own set of challenges. The biggest concern for the club is whether they can address their squad issues without breaking the bank. With Martinez's assessment that the problem lies \"in other areas,\" it's clear that United needs to act fast.",
  "summary": "Lisandro Martinez gives United owners something to think about.",
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        "title": "Martinez breaks the deafening silence",
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        "published": "2026-10-15T22:30:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}