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Martinez Apologises for Man United Criticism After Carrick Talks
The defender said his remarks came from anger and disappointment after a 2-0 defeat and insisted the squad must work together to win.
- On Tuesday, October 13, Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez publicly criticized sporting director Jason Wilcox and the club's hierarchy for insufficient summer investment following a 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atlético Madrid.
- Frustration over Manchester United's poor season—winning just two of nine matches despite $199m in summer spending—fueled the Argentine's remarks about lacking ambition to compete for major honors.
- Reports indicate at least one teammate confronted Martínez on the flight back to Manchester, while former players Wayne Rooney and Roy Keane labeled his conduct 'disrespectful' and a "circus."
- Following positive talks with manager Michael Carrick and club leadership on Thursday, October 15, Martínez issued a public apology, with the club describing the matter as "considered closed."
- Focus now shifts to Sunday's high-tension Premier League match against rivals Leeds United, where United sits 13th after a difficult start to the season.
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Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has issued an apology on social media after criticising the club's board following the team's 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday (local time).
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Lisandro Martinez apologises for Man United criticism after talks with Carrick and executives
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologised on Thursday for criticising the club’s hierarchy following its Champions League defeat by Atletico Madrid, after holding talks with manager Michael Carrick and senior officials.
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Independent EspañolA player rebellion was almost the last thing Manchester United needed at another bad start of the season.
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Martinez apologises for Man United criticism after Carrick talks
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