Manchester United suffered a considerably stunning defeat to Leeds United at Outdated Trafford on Monday, with Noah Okafor’s two first-half objectives giving the guests an enormous lead.
Lisandro Martinez was despatched off within the 56th minute for pulling Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s hair, a choice that infuriated United supervisor Michael Carrick. The Argentine defender will miss Saturday’s essential recreation in opposition to Chelsea.
Casemiro then scored for the house facet, but it surely was solely a small comfort.
Carrick mentioned of Martinez’s crimson card:
“We’re dissatisfied and could not agree extra.” 🗣️
Supervisor Michael Carrick has confirmed that Lisandro Martinez shall be suspended for Saturday’s journey to Chelsea 🔴 pic.twitter.com/nzTnzznzix
— Sky Sports activities Information (@SkySportsNews) April 17, 2026

