Manchester United are winless in nine games, raising concerns ahead of tough fixtures

Gary Neville has expressed concern over Manchester United's current form, stating the club is in a rut following a difficult run of fixtures. The team's recent 2-0 defeat to Chelsea marked their ninth consecutive game without a win, the longest such streak since 1984. With the risk of falling into the relegation zone looming, Neville described the situation at Old Trafford as "really worrying" ahead of crucial matches in the coming weeks.

Head coach Michael Carrick remains optimistic, stating he expects to continue in charge for the upcoming Champions League clash against Roma. Despite Neville's concerns, Carrick noted that there were positive aspects to the team's performance against Chelsea, particularly in the first half. However, Neville emphasised the need for the team to maintain discipline and resilience, especially when facing adversity during matches.

Neville specifically highlighted the struggles of defender Lisandro Martinez, who was sent off during the Chelsea match. He stated that Martinez has consistently been at fault for goals since joining the club, criticising his performance and suggesting that the defence as a whole is not up to standard. Neville remarked that the number of goals Martinez concedes is remarkable and that the backline crumbles under pressure.

Looking ahead, Manchester United faces a challenging schedule with several high-stakes matches on the horizon. They will host Roma in the Champions League before taking on Aston Villa and Liverpool in the Premier League. Neville pointed out that organised teams like Villa and Liverpool could exploit United's weaknesses, making the upcoming fixtures crucial for the club's fortunes. The pressure is mounting on Carrick and his squad as they aim to turn their form around.

via Sky Sports