Manchester United’s unbeaten run under Michael Carrick ended with a 2-1 loss to Newcastle after a late William Osula goal triggered internal criticism from Senne Lammens and Rio Ferdinand.
Michael Carrick’s undefeated streak as Manchester United interim manager collapsed at St James’ Park following a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle.
Despite the hosts losing Jacob Ramsey to a red card, Anthony Gordon converted a penalty before Casemiro equalized.
However, a 90th-minute William Osula “howitzer” secured the win for the Magpies, leaving Carrick to defend his team’s character during a tense post-match interview.
Goalkeeper Senne Lammens delivered a scathing review of the performance, contradicting his manager’s more measured stance.
Lammens stated, “I think our mentality needs to be better. In every aspect it was not our game today.”
Club legend Rio Ferdinand echoed this frustration on social media, noting that “Newcastle deserves that… We’ve not been at the races!” as United failed to capitalize on their man advantage.