United Update – European Results and International Success
Leny Yoro receives a red card in a Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, while captain Maya Le Tissier scores for England.
Men's team
Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday night. During the match, defender Leny Yoro was sent off following a VAR review, marking the first red card of his career. Michael Carrick's squad will next travel to face Leeds United in the Premier League on Sunday, 18 October.
Women's team
United captain Maya Le Tissier was among the goalscorers for the England national team in their latest victory. The defender, who plays under head coach Eva Olid at club level, returns to domestic duty this weekend as the team prepares to face Charlton Athletic in the Women's Super League on Sunday, 18 October.
Academy
In the UEFA Youth League, Manchester United Under-19s were defeated 3-0 by Atletico Madrid. The match was broadcast live on MUTV as the academy side faced their Spanish opponents in European competition.
Sources
- ManUtd.com: Le Tissier nets in England win
- Sky Sports: England 5-0 Greece commentary
- ESPN: Atlético Madrid vs. Man United LIVE: Champions League updates as Michael Carrick looks to end barren run
- Goal.com: Michael Carrick warns Man Utd of Atletico test on par with Real Madrid & Barcelona
- The Guardian: Barrios strikes after 53 seconds as Atlético pile misery on 10-man Manchester United
- The Independent: Why was Leny Yoro sent off for Manchester United at Atletico Madrid?
- BBC Sport: Man Utd suffer heavy Youth League loss to Atletico Madrid