Carrick insists no division in Man United after Martínez comments
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Michael Carrick has stated there are no divisions within the Manchester United squad following Lisandro Martínez's critical comments about the team's strength after their 2-0 Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid. Carrick emphasized the squad's unity and resilience, asserting that emotions occasionally lead to inappropriate comments. Martínez has apologized for the timing of his remarks, which have drawn criticism from former players including Wayne Rooney, Roy Keane, and Gary Neville. Carrick confirmed that Martínez will remain part of the squad for the upcoming Premier League match against Leeds on October 22.
- •Michael Carrick denies any divisions in the squad.
- •Lisandro Martínez criticized Manchester United's structure after a Champions League defeat.
- •Carrick confirmed Martínez will be in the squad for the Leeds match.
- •Wayne Rooney and other former players have condemned Martínez's comments.
- 2:22 PMESPN Soccer — Carrick: No Man United dressing room division after Martínez outburst
- 1:22 PMYahoo Sports — 'I am telling you the truth' - Carrick on Martinez fallout
- 1:22 PMBBC Sport — 'I am telling you the truth' - Carrick on Martinez fallout
"Michael Carrick has insisted there are no divisions within the Manchester United dressing room after Lisandro Martínez criticised the strength of the squad.
"Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says he is telling the truth about the club moving on from Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview.
"Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says he is telling the truth about the club moving on from Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview.
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External links- ESPN SoccerOct 16, 2026, 2:22 PMCarrick: No Man United dressing room division after Martínez outburst
Michael Carrick has insisted there are no divisions within the Manchester United dressing room after Lisandro Martínez criticised the strength of the squad.
- Yahoo SportsOct 16, 2026, 1:22 PM'I am telling you the truth' - Carrick on Martinez fallout
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says he is telling the truth about the club moving on from Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview.
- BBC SportOct 16, 2026, 1:22 PM'I am telling you the truth' - Carrick on Martinez fallout
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick says he is telling the truth about the club moving on from Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview.
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