The mood in the Manchester United dressing room was filled with anger and disbelief after their recent 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth. As players entered following the match, the atmosphere was far from happy. Defender Lisandro Martinez stood out, expressing his discontent and pointing fingers at the team's defensive weaknesses, particularly during set pieces.
Martinez has been a key part of United's defense this season, and he couldn't hold back his emotions after the game. (Via Daily and Sunday Express)
"We are so angry with this kind of situation. We have to work on set-pieces especially. I believe a lot in this team and staff"
Martinez's frustration extends beyond this single match; it shows a more widespread issue inside the club. He indicated that a more effective defense during set pieces could have changed the outcome. Despite the outrage and disappointment, Martinez maintains optimism about the team's potential. He has confidence in the team's ability for a comeback but knows that transformation must occur quickly.
"We know how big it is at this club. The expectation is very high, it's a process and you can see we are playing so well but we also concede goals and we have to work on that. I know the fans are impatient with us. We are the only ones who can change it"Martinez
The defeat to Bournemouth puts Manchester United in 13th place in the Premier League standings. This marks the first occasion since the 1989-90 season that the team will be in the lower half during Christmas. Afterward, United faces a challenging match against Wolves on Boxing Day. Wolves, energized by a recent 3-0 victory over Leicester under new coach Vitor Pereira, are going to present a significant challenge for United.
As Manchester United gets ready for their upcoming games, it is evident that they must fix their defensive faults and improve their performance under pressure. The feeling of discontent in the dressing room is obvious. Lisandro Martinez's statements reflect the squad's passion and belief.