Barrios strikes after 53 seconds as Atlético pile misery on 10-man Manchester United
Michael Carrick had seen it in his players, he said, but no one else can. Not so far this season, where they have suffered their worst start in 40 years, and not here in Madrid where Manchester United’s manager insisted that they would embrace the challenge. The reaction was coming, he said; he was sure of it. Instead, they were a goal down after just 53 seconds and another defeat did. That early opener from Pablo Barrios and a second from Ademola Lookman late on meant a 2-0 defeat.
TL;DR
- Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat in Madrid, continuing their worst start in 40 years.
- Pablo Barrios scored for Atlético after just 53 seconds, followed by a late goal from Ademola Lookman.
- Despite manager Michael Carrick's expectations, the team showed a lack of reaction and a sense of resignation.
- Defensive lapses in the opening minutes led to Atlético's first goal.
- Atlético dominated possession (66% at halftime) and had further chances, including hitting the crossbar and a disallowed goal.
- Bryan Mbeumo had two clear chances for United but failed to convert.
- Bruno Fernandes missed a significant opportunity to equalize in the second half.
- Leny Yoro received a red card late in the game, leading to Atlético's second goal.
- The match highlighted a stark contrast between the animated Atlético manager Diego Simeone and the motionless Manchester United manager Michael Carrick.