Lisandro Martinez Fumes Over Man Utd’s Set-Piece Frailties After Humiliating Bournemouth Defeat
Manchester United’s defensive woes continued as Lisandro Martinez expressed his frustration following a dismal 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, leaving the club languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League.
What Happened?
Manchester United suffered yet another crushing defeat, with Bournemouth exploiting their well-documented weakness on set pieces. Dean Huijsen’s header from a corner marked the 17th set-piece goal the Red Devils have conceded this year. Martinez admitted his anger and disappointment, acknowledging that defensive lapses are costing the team crucial points.
The Bigger Picture
Manchester United finds itself in 13th place, spending Christmas in the Premier League’s bottom half for the first time in the competition’s history. Eight points adrift of the top four, the club faces mounting pressure from fans and pundits alike. Despite the poor results, Martinez remains optimistic, insisting the team can reverse their fortunes.
What Martinez Said
Speaking to reporters, Martinez said:
“We are so angry with this kind of situation. We must improve on set-pieces especially. If they don’t score that first goal, it’s a different game. We missed many chances today, but we have to score. We know the expectations here are huge, and we must deliver.”
He added:
“I know the fans are impatient, and it’s understandable. But we’re confident we will turn this around. It’s a process, and we win or lose together. The pressure is big, but we embrace it. I believe in this team and our ability to succeed.”
