Diego Simeone has broken down the tactical masterclass that saw Atletico Madrid dismantle Manchester United in the Champions League. The Argentine tactician watched his side cruise to a 2-0 victory, capitalising on a man advantage after Leny Yoro saw red in the second half.
Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher has launched a scathing attack on Lisandro Martinez following the defender's public criticism of the Manchester United hierarchy. The Argentine international caused a stir by questioning the club's transfer business and sporting director Jason Wilcox in the wake of a disappointing defeat against Atletico Madrid.
Manchester United’s season has reached a new low following a demoralising 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Spanish capital. The result has sparked a wave of public frustration from key members of the first-team squad, including an X-rated social media outburst from Ivorian star Amad Diallo, signaling deep-rooted issues behind the scenes at Old Trafford.
Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson has offered a mixed verdict on Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview following Manchester United's Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid. While questioning the timing of the outburst, the pundit praised the defender's candour after he publicly criticised the club's hierarchy on Tuesday.
Manchester United joined Atletico Madrid in paying tribute to Ana Merodio Borja, the mother of captain Koke, following her death on Tuesday morning. A minute's silence was held ahead of the Champions League clash between the two sides at the Metropolitano Stadium, with players wearing black armbands in respect. Koke was absent for the match as the Spanish outfit secured a 2-0 victory over Michael Carrick's side.
Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on Lisandro Martinez following the defender's public criticism of the Manchester United hierarchy. The legendary striker accused the Argentine international of showing a lack of respect toward his team-mates and suggested the outburst was a calculated move to deflect from his own poor form.
Youri Tielemans has expressed his frustration after Manchester United suffered a nightmare start in Tuesday's Champions League defeat away to Atletico Madrid. The Belgian midfielder lamented his side's inability to recover from an opening-minute blow as the Red Devils slumped to a damaging 2-0 setback in the Spanish capital.
Lisandro Martinez has launched a scathing verbal attack on the Manchester United hierarchy after questioning their recent transfer business in the wake of Tuesday's defeat at Atletico Madrid. The Argentine defender pointed the finger directly at football director Jason Wilcox following a frustrating European night in the Spanish capital.
Atletico Madrid secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Manchester United through a combination of ruthless early pressure and tactical discipline. Michael Carrick's side struggled to recover from a first-minute setback, eventually crumbling after Leny Yoro's second-half red card.
Manchester United suffered a tactical and disciplinary breakdown in a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. A first-minute goal from Pablo Barrios and a second-half red card for Leny Yoro left Michael Carrick’s side with too much to do.
Antonio Conte is reportedly open to the prospect of taking over as Manchester United manager should the position become vacant during the 2026-27 campaign. The Italian tactician, who has been out of work since leaving Napoli, is said to be eyeing a return to a top-tier club in a major European league.
The long-running legal dispute between Juventus and Cristiano Ronaldo has taken another dramatic turn as the Italian giants refuse to accept defeat. Despite multiple rulings in favour of the Portuguese superstar, the club has confirmed it will escalate the matter to the highest level of the Italian judiciary.
Michael Carrick is facing the first major crisis of his Manchester United managerial tenure following a dismal start to the new Premier League season. Despite the mounting pressure at Old Trafford, the club's hierarchy have reportedly reached a definitive conclusion regarding the former midfielder's immediate future.
Lisandro Martinez has come in for some criticism at Manchester United, but former Red Devils defender Paul Parker has told GOAL that more questions should be asked of Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro. The former is considered to have “no legs to get back”, while the latter looks like a “bag of nerves” when being asked to operate as a centre-half.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has voiced his deep concerns regarding the atmosphere at Old Trafford, suggesting that captain Bruno Fernandes is nearing a breaking point. With the Red Devils struggling for form, the club's record goalscorer believes a tactical shift is essential to prevent a complete fallout between the manager and his star man.
Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why he does not want to be handed a second Premier League winners’ medal as Manchester City’s long-running Financial Fair Play (FFP) case sparks title-stripping discussion. It has been suggested, with 114 charges hanging over the club, that the Blues could see several trophy triumphs scrubbed from their roll of honour.
Michael Carrick’s position at Manchester United is under intense scrutiny following a dismal start to the new Premier League campaign. As the Red Devils languish in the bottom half of the table, revelations regarding the manager’s initial hesitation to take the role have emerged, casting a shadow over his long-term suitability for the Old Trafford hotseat.
Leeds are ready to pile pressure on under-fire Michael Carrick, ex-Whites star Matt Kilgallon has told GOAL, with another passionate War of the Roses clash set to take place at Elland Road on Sunday. The hosts head into that game with confidence running high and have been told that if you contain Bruno Fernandes, then you “stop” the misfiring Red Devils as a collective.
Manchester United have been rocked by a fresh injury crisis ahead of their pivotal Champions League encounter with Atletico Madrid. Head coach Michael Carrick is set to navigate the high-stakes European fixture without six senior players, including influential England duo Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw.
Relive the high-stakes drama of the 2021-22 Champions League knockout stages as Manchester United faced the intimidating atmosphere of Madrid. A night of tactical grit and late salvation defined this memorable European encounter.
Manchester United face a significant tactical crossroads as Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher voice his concerns over a summer signing who is struggling to adapt to life at Old Trafford. The Red Devils' underwhelming start to the campaign has placed the spotlight firmly on a midfield unit that appears increasingly vulnerable against top-tier opposition.
Manchester United icon Park Ji-sung has backed Lee Kang-in to become an Atletico Madrid legend following his high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain. The former midfielder believes his compatriot is the finest technical talent South Korea has ever produced, tipping the playmaker to step out of Antoine Griezmann's shadow and make his own history.
Memphis Depay has been sensationally branded the "main culprit" for Corinthians' disastrous form as the Brazilian giants face a desperate battle to avoid relegation. The former Manchester United forward is under immense scrutiny following a dismal run of results that has seen the club spiral toward the drop zone.
Manchester United have already “tried everything” in the head coach department, from Jose Mourinho to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with Michael Owen telling GOAL that more “chopping and changing” is “not a good look” for the Red Devils as they reportedly mull over Michael Carrick’s future. More movement in the dugout could be on the cards at Old Trafford.