Chelsea pile pressure on Carrick after beating 10-man Man United

Manchester United’s poor run continued as Chelsea claimed a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge, leaving Michael Carrick facing more questions over his position as head coach.

The defeat was United’s third in succession and extended their winless streak in all competitions to nine matches, their worst run since October and November 1988.

United have now lost four Premier League matches this season and sit 16th in the table, just one point clear of the relegation zone.

The result comes only days after the club’s board decided to retain Carrick and give him an opportunity to reverse the team’s fortunes.

Rogers punishes United after the break

United showed some promise in the opening half but were unable to carry that performance into the second period.

Chelsea broke the deadlock five minutes after the restart when Morgan Rogers found space through the middle of the United defence before lifting the ball beyond the goalkeeper.

The hosts increased their advantage in the 64th minute after VAR recommended a review of an incident involving Lisandro Martinez and Wesley Fofana.

Martinez, who was not looking at the ball, caught Fofana in the face with his arm, prompting the referee to award a penalty and show the United defender a second yellow card.

Cole Palmer converted from the spot to make it 2-0, leaving the visitors with a difficult task after being reduced to 10 men.

United’s struggles deepen

Chelsea threatened to extend their lead further through Estevao, who was making his first Premier League start of the season under manager Xabi Alonso.

The winger found the net, but his effort was ruled out for a marginal offside decision.

United could not find a way back into the contest, suffering another setback in a campaign that has left them dangerously close to the relegation zone.

The defeat adds to Carrick’s pressure, with his future on the line, as United continue to search for a win after nine consecutive matches without one.