Michael Carrick says Manchester United players are hurting after winless run

Michael Carrick, the Manchester United manager, said "the boys are hurting" after the team went five matches without a win following a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Carrick made the remarks after the loss, which left United winless in their last five games across all competitions. He added that the mood in the dressing room is one of frustration and that the players are eager to turn things around. The piece also references a separate story in which defender Lisandro Martinez criticised the club's board.