What happened. Manchester United surrendered a two-goal lead as Brighton fought back to knock them out of the cup. It was the first time United had blown a two-goal lead in 146 matches.

United fans booed the players at full-time.
Michael Carrick is under increasing pressure as boss.
United are out of another domestic cup competition.

United's cup exit heaps more scrutiny on Carrick, who had previously turned the club's fortunes around.

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