Anger is in the air at Old Trafford as José Mourinho and his players reflect on another frustrating season and hope the goals return to power a title challenge
Michael Carrick pronounced himself “completely disappointed” with Manchester United’s 1-1 draw against Anderlecht, neatly summing up what many supporters have been feeling for several seasons. The midfielder’s point was that the game and perhaps even the result over two legs were there for the taking, yet United could not rouse themselves to do what big teams do and make a statement of intent against accommodating opponents. “It was almost too easy at times,” Carrick said. “We weren’t ruthless enough and now we are left with one of those scorelines where it is dangerous.”
Perhaps there is no need for United to beat themselves up too much. They have an away goal and every chance of reaching the Europa League semi-finals when Anderlecht turn up at Old Trafford on Thursday, and there was even some evidence in Belgium that Marcus Rashford’s form and confidence might be returning.
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