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Generated byManchester United are in the grip of a serious internal crisis, and the fallout from Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano has exposed fractures that go well beyond the result itself. The loss, which saw Leny Yoro dismissed in the 74th minute and Ademola Lookman seal the win late on, left United with just 42% possession and no real route back into the match after Pablo Barrios struck inside the opening minute.
The bigger story since full-time has been Lisandro Martinez. The Argentine defender publicly attacked football director Jason Wilcox and questioned the club's summer recruitment, then doubled down in a second interview, declaring he would not stay silent. United are now weighing disciplinary action against him, while Amad Diallo added to the sense of dressing-room unrest with an X-rated social media outburst. Pundits are divided: Jamie Carragher and Wayne Rooney condemned Martinez's approach, while Paul Robinson offered qualified praise for his honesty.
On the pitch, the situation is equally uncomfortable. United sit 13th in the Premier League with six points from six games, and Michael Carrick's position is under scrutiny. Fabian Hurzeler has emerged as the leading managerial candidate should the club act, with Antonio Conte also linked. A trip to Elland Road to face Leeds United on October 18 now arrives at the worst possible moment, with confidence low and the squad still stretched by injuries.
Manchester United Overview
Standings
Premier League
Premier League| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | +/- | PTS | Form | |
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| 11 |  Newcastle United | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 13 | -3 | 8 |
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| 12 |  Crystal Palace | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 12 | -3 | 7 |
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| 13 |  Manchester United | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
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| 14 |  Coventry City | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 11 | -6 | 6 |
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| 15 |  Nottingham Forest | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -3 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
To purchase an official ticket through the club to see Manchester United play at Old Trafford, you must be a member of the club. There are several levels of membership, ranging from adult options to those for juniors, each with additional perks depending on the tier. You can register your interest for the 2026-27 season now.
Right now, you cannot purchase season tickets for Manchester United's 2026-27 Premier League campaign, as they are renewed and sold at the end of the previous season. You can sign up for the club's waiting list for the chance to purchase one when availability arises for a future campaign. You can also purchase tickets from secondary markets like StubHub.
The best way to travel to Old Trafford is by public transport, with multiple Metrolink stops offering access to the ground. Old Trafford station is a five-minute walk away and offers wheelchair-friendly access, with Imperial War Museum and Wharfside also a short stroll away. Manchester Piccadilly, the city's main railway hub, is over an hour's walk from the ground.
The best way to buy cheap tickets is through the club's official website, looking for the more affordable sections of Old Trafford. There are no specific discount codes, with prices set ahead of the season across all competitions, though seniors, children, and young adults pay less than full price.