Bruno Fernandes criticizes tactics after Manchester United's 4-1 loss to Como
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Bruno Fernandes expressed dissatisfaction with the tactics used during Manchester United's 4-1 defeat at Como in the UEFA Champions League on October 21. The team fell behind early and struggled to recover, with Fernandes stating that conceding quickly impacted their mindset. He called for a more aggressive pressing strategy but declined to specifically blame manager Michael Carrick. The captain's remarks follow similar criticisms from teammate Lisandro Martinez regarding team decisions and strategy. Manchester United will need to regroup as they assess the tactical approach ahead of their next match.
- •Manchester United lost 4-1 to Como in the UEFA Champions League.
- •Fernandes questioned the team's lack of pressing and early goal concession.
- •He suggested that a more aggressive approach was needed.
- •This loss continues a troubling trend for United under Carrick.
- •The team will look to improve before their next match.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Bruno Fernandes questions tactics after Manchester United blown out at Como
""It's a decision from the staff to not press man-to-man and sometimes leave space behind and try to get the ball," Fernandes said after Man United lost 4-1 at Como in the Champions League.
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