The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast

Manchester United's disappointing 1-1 draw with Tottenham has intensified the scrutiny on Michael Carrick — but are the club's problems much bigger than the manager?

Adam Joseph returns for a State of Play discussion examining United's worrying start to the season, Carrick's position and whether the team's lack of intensity is primarily a conditioning problem or a reflection of the coaching.

Attention also turns to Jason Wilcox and the wider football leadership structure. Does United's recruitment strategy make sense? Would the club benefit from a more experienced director of football, and have the decisions made behind the scenes contributed to the difficulties on the pitch?

There's also discussion of INEOS' Project 150 ambitions, whether United's long-term targets remain realistic, and how much faith remains in Carrick's ability to turn things around.

Finally, a brief look ahead to the Champions League clash with Atlético Madrid and United's chances of getting a much-needed positive result.

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Manchester United's disappointing start to the season has raised serious questions about Michael Carrick's future.

Following another frustrating performance against Tottenham Hotspur, there's a growing sense that Carrick isn't recognising, or adequately addressing, the fundamental problems holding United back.

From the lack of intensity and organisation to recurring tactical issues and the inability to control matches, too many of the same weaknesses continue to surface. More concerning still is the apparent disconnect between what Carrick says about his team and what is actually happening on the pitch.

Are United's problems being correctly diagnosed? Does Carrick understand what needs to change, and is there enough evidence that he can deliver those improvements?

Scott Saunders offers his honest thoughts.

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Manchester United's difficult start to the season continues after a hugely disappointing 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford, raising further questions about Michael Carrick's future.

Despite taking the lead through Bryan Mbeumo and playing against ten men following Rodrigo Bentancur's dismissal, United conceded a late equaliser to Dominic Solanke and dropped another two points.

But the result is only part of the problem. United's lack of intensity, urgency and attacking cohesion remains a major concern, with Spurs arguably the better side for much of the contest.

Why are United struggling to impose themselves on matches? Is Carrick getting enough from his players, and how much responsibility should he take for the team's performances? With just six points from six Premier League games, is his position now becoming genuinely vulnerable?

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Manchester United return from the international break with a huge Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford — and Michael Carrick desperately needs a result.

With United struggling for form, is this already a must-win game for Carrick? There's a look at the pressure surrounding the manager, the worrying start to the season and why the upcoming run of fixtures could prove so important.

There's also the latest injury and team news, including the situations surrounding Patrick Dorgu, Noussair Mazraoui, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Benjamin Šeško, plus an assessment of Tottenham's form and the threats they pose.

Finally, a predicted Manchester United starting XI, the key selection decisions facing Carrick and a match prediction ahead of Saturday's game.

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Manchester United return from the international break with a demanding run of fixtures ahead — and Michael Carrick faces some major selection decisions as he looks to turn the team's form around.

Scott Saunders and Adam Joseph discuss if Leny Yoro should now be starting regularly, and what is United's strongest centre-back partnership? Does Carlos Baleba deserve to come straight into midfield alongside Kobbie Mainoo, and where does Andrey Santos fit into the picture?

There's also discussion of the attacking balance, the value of Amad's return on the right, whether Benjamin Šeško should be United's first-choice striker when fit, and how Carrick can get the best out of his available options.

Finally, how much pressure is Carrick really under, and what must improve during the upcoming run of Premier League and Champions League fixtures?

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