{
  "id": 17438151,
  "title": "Martinez's 'inexplicable' 83 seconds cost Man Utd and Carrick",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/martinezs-inexplicable-83-seconds-cost-man-utd-and-carrick",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-31T17:27:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport",
    "slug": "bbc-sport",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ckvg64xp1e1eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lisandro Martinez's inexplicable 83-second outburst cost Manchester United and manager Carlos Carrick dearly during their recent Premier League match against Chelsea. The Argentine defender's ill-timed red card-eligible challenge on Wesley Fofana, combined with two other fouls, ultimately led to a 2-0 defeat for the Red Devils. Carrick, visibly frustrated, did not look at Martinez as he left the pitch, indicating he felt let down by his teammate's poor performance. United's failure to capitalize on several excellent opportunities and Chelsea's resilient defense further compounded the situation. The loss marks United's worst run since 1988-89, with nine consecutive games without a win in all competitions. Former Chelsea and England midfielder Joe Cole suggested that Martinez's time at the club has run its course, while Carrick emphasized the need for United to focus on winning football matches moving forward.",
  "summary": "Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez condemned for costly red card in 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.",
  "key_points": [
    "Martinez's 83-second red card cost Man Utd the match",
    "Carrick visibly frustrated, didn't look at Martinez",
    "Loss marks United's worst run since 1988-89"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}