What happened. Manchester United lost 3-2 to Brighton in the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford on Wednesday, despite leading 2-0. The defeat has increased scrutiny on Michael Carrick, his players and the club's recruitment strategy under INEOS.

United collapsed after racing into a 2-0 lead at home.
The result was their third such setback, intensifying pressure.
Recruitment under INEOS has been criticised by a journalist.

The loss adds pressure on Carrick and United's INEOS-led recruitment approach as the season progresses.

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