Manchester United draws with 10-man Spurs after worst start since 1986
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Tottenham, extending their poorest six-game start to a season since 1986.
Manchester United drew 1-1 with Tottenham at Old Trafford. United squandered a lead late in the match.
Bryan Mbeumo put United ahead, but 10-man Spurs equalised through Dominic Solanke in added time. Midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off for a headbutt.
Manager Michael Carrick said he was "massively disappointed" with the result. United's six points from six games is the club's worst start since 1986.
Carrick admitted the team needs to turn things around quickly. The performance was disjointed, though Carrick said he did not feel let down by his players.
He acknowledged that mistakes happen and the team must move forward.
- Six with one point gained today
- Games played
- 1986
- Worst season start since
- 78th minute
- Bentancur red card minute
- Michael Carrick
- Manager
Why it mattersUnited's poor start has already sparked fan frustration and raised questions about the manager's approach as the season progresses.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet. Australian Premier League fans watch United closely, so the team's struggles make for widely followed sports news locally.
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