United’s Defense in Crisis | Manchester United News

Manchester United’s defense is in freefall as they squandered a late lead against Everton, conceding in stoppage time for the second time this season. With six goals leaked in three games — including against newly promoted sides — Gary Neville questions both tactical decisions and squad depth, especially after key defenders were substituted without clear justification. Manager Michael Carrick admits the team must tighten up defensively, even as injuries to Lisandro Martinez and de Ligt compound the crisis. With European and high-stakes league fixtures looming, Carrick faces an impossible balancing act: fix the leaky backline while managing fitness and rotation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7e4b2cca012be825