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Michael Carrick questions Manchester United players after Como defeat

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Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Michael Carrick questions Manchester United players after Como defeat

Summary

Manchester United's woes continued as they fell to a heavy defeat against Como. United trailed just two minutes into the match after Nico Paz's early goal. Despite a late consolation from Joshua Zirkzee, Carrick's side struggled throughout, ultimately conceding four goals. Carrick criticized the team's work ethic and emphasized that responsibility lies with him. This defeat marks United's seventh consecutive match without a win, intensifying pressure on Carrick to improve performances.

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By the Numbers

•Como scored four goals, with Paz netting twice.
•Joshua Zirkzee scored a late goal for Manchester United.
•United's defeat follows six matches without a victory.
•Carrick expressed disappointment in team effort and player commitment.
•He apologized to traveling supporters for the poor performance.

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8:40 PMYahoo Sports — “You can’t choose when you want to…”: Carrick aims damning accusation at United stars after Como humiliation

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Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has turned the spotlight on his own players after their Como collapse on Wednesday.DefeatUnited found themselves behind after just two minutes as Nico Paz curled...
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