Manchester United’s difficult run continued on Saturday, October 31, after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League, increasing the pressure on head coach Michael Carrick.
United entered the encounter hoping to recover from their recent poor performances, but their inability to convert scoring opportunities proved costly against a Chelsea side that had also been struggling for consistency.
The visitors enjoyed promising moments during the first half, creating several opportunities through Bruno Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo.
However, they failed to turn their attacking pressure into goals, allowing Chelsea to remain in the contest.
Chelsea broke the deadlock in the 50th minute when Morgan Rogers produced an impressive individual effort, driving through the United defence before lifting the ball over goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
United’s hopes of recovering were dealt another blow in the 63rd minute when defender Lisandro Martinez was sent off following a VAR review for an elbow on Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana.
The resulting penalty was converted by Cole Palmer in the 64th minute to make it 2-0.
The defeat extended United’s winless run in all competitions to nine matches, consisting of three draws and six defeats.
The club had managed only seven points from their opening nine Premier League matches, leaving them dangerously close to the relegation zone.
The result intensified questions about Carrick’s future, with United facing growing pressure to address their poor form.
Chelsea, meanwhile, moved into fourth place after securing a valuable home victory.
