Carrick: Man United's Cup Collapse Unacceptable

Manchester United threw away a two-goal lead and crashed out of the Carabao Cup to Brighton at Old Trafford.

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What happened. Manchester United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup after losing 3-2 to Brighton at Old Trafford, despite leading 2-0 inside 10 minutes through Shea Lacey and Mason Mount. Brighton fought back with goals from Charalampos Kostoulas, Pascal Gross and Maxim De Cuyper.

• United led 2-0 after 10 minutes but conceded three times after the break.
• Boos rang out at Old Trafford as the home side capitulated.
• Michael Carrick admitted the performance was unacceptable and took responsibility.

“I take responsibility … it doesn’t feel good at the moment”

— Michael Carrick

United must respond at Fulham on Sunday, with Carrick demanding answers after the cup exit.

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