GOLAZONEWSManchester United Humiliated by Como as Carrick and Fernandes Clash
- Manchester United suffered a heavy 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como.
- Captain Bruno Fernandes blamed the head coach's tactics for the result.
- Michael Carrick responded by questioning the players' defensive work rate.
Manchester United’s Champions League campaign hit a low point with a 4-1 defeat away to Como. The Italian side, competing in only their third-ever match in the competition after rising from Serie D, dominated the encounter with Nico Paz playing a starring role for the hosts.
The result has sparked a public disagreement between head coach Michael Carrick and club captain Bruno Fernandes. According to BBC Sport, Fernandes criticized the coaching staff's tactical approach and called for the team to show more courage. The midfielder suggested that while the squad followed the manager’s instructions, the tactics led to the humiliation.
Carrick responded to the captain’s comments by shifting the focus onto the players' performance. As reported by Record, the manager emphasized the need for better defensive tracking, stating that games cannot be won if players do not run back. The heavy defeat has significantly increased the pressure on Carrick’s position.