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Brutal Manchester United verdict delivered as Michael Carrick’s problems grow after Tottenham draw

Red Devils were lucky to draw against fellow strugglers

By Oli Gent · Evening Standard

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 7:35 PM

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Jamie Redknapp criticized Manchester United's squad depth following a 1-1 Premier League draw against Tottenham.
Bryan Mbeumo scored for Manchester United in the 73rd minute before Dominic Solanke equalized for Spurs.
Carlos Baleba made his debut for United as a substitute following an ankle injury.

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Pundit Jamie Redknapp delivered a harsh assessment of Manchester United following their 1-1 draw against Tottenham, arguing manager Michael Carrick urgently needs more squad depth. Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring for United in the 73rd minute against the run of play, but Dominic Solanke scored a late equalizer to secure a point for Spurs.

Redknapp criticized United's lack of structure, energy, and midfield connections, stating Carrick needs help to improve a weak squad. The result leaves United in 12th place in the Premier League table ahead of their upcoming Champions League match against Atletico Madrid.

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