Youri Tielemans struggles in Manchester United match despite key passes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

In the match against Atletico Madrid, Manchester United fell behind early and struggled to recover. Youri Tielemans, deployed as a No.10, managed three key passes but lost 80% of his duels and did not win any tackles. Bruno Fernandes's placement on the right flank raised questions as United's struggles were compounded by Leny Yoro's red card. Ongoing physical fitness issues for Tielemans may limit his role as a primary creative force.
- •Manchester United conceded a goal within the first minute.
- •Leny Yoro received a straight red card during the match.
- •Tielemans lost 80% of duels and failed to win any tackles.
- •Bruno Fernandes was shifted to the right flank during the match.
- •Manchester United's next matchup may require adjustments based on this performance.
- 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — 3 key passes, 80% duels lost, 0 tackles won: Youri Tielemans’ on-the-ball display cannot mask his shockingly poor work ethic
"The home side took the lead within the first minute and could have scored several more if not for the post coming to United’s rescue.Leny Yoro’s straight red card only exacerbated matters, with th...
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