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Manchester United Triumphs 2-0, Spurs Struggle Continues

2/8/2026

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Carrick's United Triumph

Manchester United beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Old Trafford, their fourth win under interim manager Michael Carrick.
Cristian Romero was sent off in the 29th minute, allowing United to dominate.
Bryan Mbeumo scored from a set-piece after the red card.
Bruno Fernandes sealed the win with a late goal.
Tottenham remain winless in six league games and sit 14th, as manager Thomas Frank faces pressure and injuries deplete his squad.

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Romero's Red Card

Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero was sent off in a 2-0 loss to Manchester United.
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank defended Romero, saying he had no regrets about making him captain.
Romero's red card was his second this season and sixth since joining Spurs in 2021.
Manchester United, under manager Michael Carrick, achieved their fourth straight win and stayed in the top four.

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Carrick's United Triumph

Manchester United beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Old Trafford, their fourth win under interim manager Michael Carrick.
Cristian Romero was sent off in the 29th minute, allowing United to dominate.
Bryan Mbeumo scored from a set-piece after the red card.
Bruno Fernandes sealed the win with a late goal.
Tottenham remain winless in six league games and sit 14th, as manager Thomas Frank faces pressure and injuries deplete his squad.

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