{
  "id": 7919400,
  "title": "Carrick takes blame after Man United blow two-goal lead to crash out of League Cup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/carrick-takes-blame-after-man-united-blow-two-goal-lead-to-crash-out",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T01:12:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2026/09/17/carrick-takes-blame-after-man-united-blow-two-goal-lead-to-crash-out-of-league-cup/235459"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United suffered a devastating loss in the League Cup after leading 2-0 against Brighton, ultimately crashing out of the competition. Michael Carrick, who took charge as interim manager, was the primary point of blame following his team's bewildering collapse. Carrick and his players were booed off at Old Trafford after the 3-2 defeat, marked by a series of costly errors. United had previously lost a home game after leading 2-0, marking a troubling trend. Carrick admitted that his team \"let it get away from us\" during the second half, accepting full responsibility for the result. The loss, coupled with United's recent struggles, has put pressure on Carrick to deliver results promptly. Carrick's appointment as permanent manager follows his successful interim stint last season, during which he led United to third place. However, the growing concerns over United's squad depth and transfer strategy have fueled criticism. As the team prepares for their crucial match against Fulham on Sunday, Carrick remains focused on leading United back to victory.",
  "summary": "MANCHESTER, Sept 17 — Michael Carrick took the blame for Manchester United’s stunning League Cup collapse ag...",
  "key_points": [
    "Manchester United loses 3-2 to Brighton in League Cup final",
    "Interim manager Michael Carrick blamed for team's collapse",
    "Carrick accepts responsibility, faces pressure to win next match"
  ],
  "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."
}