Michael Carrick said he was “massively disappointed” after Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw by Tottenham at Old Trafford, a result that leaves United with six points from their opening six league games.
The late equaliser by Dominic Solanke came after Tottenham were reduced to 10 men when Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off in the 78th minute, five minutes after Bryan Mbeumo had put United ahead and seemingly on course for only a second league win of the season. The result is United’s poorest start to a campaign since 1986, according to the Guardian report.
Carrick said he was unhappy with the points total but insisted the team must respond quickly. He also rejected the idea that he felt let down by his players, saying mistakes happen and that everyone involved has standards they are trying to meet.
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi praised his side’s character after the dismissal and the late equaliser, saying the red card was a mistake but that his team showed more courage and energy with 10 players. Spurs remain winless on three points, but moved off the bottom while staying in the relegation zone.
