Carrick Calls for More Resilience from Manchester United After Spurs Draw

Manchester United’s manager, Michael Carrick, is calling for his team to be more resilient after they drew 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur on October 10, 2026. The match took place at Old Trafford, where United failed to secure a win despite being a man up for part of the game.

United took the lead with a goal from Bryan Mbeumo but allowed Tottenham to equalize in stoppage time. This draw leaves United with only six points from their first six matches, marking their worst start to a season in 30 years.

Fans expressed their frustration by booing the team at halftime and after the final whistle. Carrick acknowledged the team’s struggles, saying, “I’m not happy with the amount of points that we’ve had so far, for sure.” He emphasized the need for the team to improve quickly and to be “more streetwise” in crucial moments.

In previous matches, United has also let leads slip, including a draw against Everton and a loss to Brighton in the League Cup. Carrick noted that the team needs to manage games better, especially when they have an advantage over their opponents.

On the other side, Tottenham remains winless this season, but their coach, Roberto De Zerbi, was pleased with his team’s performance, especially after they played with ten men. He praised his players for showing more courage and energy during the match.

De Zerbi also made a surprising decision to name Dominic Solanke as captain, which he felt showed confidence in the player. Solanke responded well by scoring the equalizer, marking his first away league goal since April 2025.