Man Utd Left With Defensive Regrets Despite Encouraging Performance Against Everton
· Sports · BBC Sport
Manchester United dropped five points from their first three Premier League matches after conceding twice in a 2-2 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium against Everton. Manager Michael Carrick's side controlled long periods of the match and led twice through goals including striker Benjamin Sesko's first of the season. However, late strikes from Tyrique George and Ainsley Maitland-Niles secured a point for Everton. United now face fixtures against Sabah FK in the Champions League and Manchester City in the Premier League. Former player Wayne Rooney praised United's midfield control during the Everton fixture despite the frustrating result.
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Manchester United face mounting early-season pressure as defensive vulnerabilities threaten their ambitions ahead of crucial Champions League and domestic fixtures.
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