Manchester United face Michael Carrick scrutiny after Brighton collapse

United's 3-2 collapse to Brighton deepened pressure on Carrick, with defensive flaws, poor fitness and unwanted home records leaving Sunday's trip to Fulham pivotal.
Carrick called United's 3-2 Carabao Cup collapse to Brighton at Old Trafford 'unacceptable', took responsibility and urged a response at Fulham after a poor run.
United's 3-2 home loss to Brighton ended their EFL Cup run, with Brighton then drawn away to Manchester City or Norwich City in round four.
Carrick said United 'let the game get away from us' after blowing a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 to Brighton, despite Shea Lacey's first senior goal and Mason Mount's finish.
Carrick took responsibility after United blew a 2-0 lead and lost 3-2 to Brighton, while Fabrizio Romano said INEOS still have faith in him despite four points from four league games.
Gary Neville questioned the handling of JJ Gabriel's situation after reports the 15-year-old asked to leave United, while Carrick said the club had to be careful and look after the forward's welfare.