Manchester United's Como humiliation exposed almost every issue at the club. There's no swagger synonymous with serial winners of the past. There's no fear factor from opponents. Como controlled the ball and the game, and were rarely put under pressure. The team currently lacks confidence, chemistry and depth. No one devoid of blame, from the Glazers and Sir Jim Ratcliffe to Michael Carrick and the players. Manchester United look passive, adapting to their opponents' styles instead of imposing their own identity. In recent weeks, we have seen early goals conceded, needless errors, toothless attacking, and not enough work done on or off the ball. Add to that, players speaking their minds. Lisandro Martinez called out Jason Wilcox before apologising, and Bruno Fernandes said tonight that more tactical bravery is needed. The seven-game winless run has not only exposed a lack of business over the summer in key areas, but also tested Carrick's own ability to manage during a more congested calendar. Injuries haven't helped, but can't be used as an excuse. The Manchester United boss is now under pressure, especially with several high-profile managers available, including Julian Nagelsmann and Antonio Conte. No quick fix, and that includes changing manager. Yet history shows Manchester United managers tend to pay the price. United sources have always insisted in recent weeks they want to back Carrick, but the same was said about Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim, who were both then fired weeks later.

Massive week for United. Spurs, Athleti away and Leeds away. Make or break for Carrick.

PC Matthew Blades, one of the two policemen who died last week in Middlesbrough along with his colleague Tom Clough, was a Manchester United fan. He'd travel to games with his two sons. His wife Sarah and two sons will be at Old Trafford tmrw, the boys will be mascots.

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Manchester United have not finished in the transfer market.

FT: England 1 Argentina 2. Lautaro Martínez heads Argentina into the World Cup Final. Two late goals from Lionel Scaloni's side set up a game against Spain on July 19. Enzo Fernandez equalised with five minutes left with a brilliant strike from distance from Lionel Messi's assist. Messi then crossed for Martinez to win it. England took the lead through Anthony Gordon's deft finish from Morgan Rogers' quality cross. And Djed Spence and John Stones defended staunchly as England tried to protect a narrow lead. But England went into their shell when ahead, and Thomas Tuchel's changes only invited further pressure. In the end, Argentina able to pick off England with the players dropping deeper and deeper. All credit to them for fighting back again. Strong reaction when behind, but England got their tactics wrong in the final half-an-hour of the game. Another late win for Argentina, who will now have the chance to defend their World Cup title.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇦🇷