Carrick refutes Neville's 'pathetic' claim - but Man Utd must improve

Michael Carrick has publicly rejected criticism from former teammate Gary Neville, who recently labeled Manchester United's performance as pathetic. While Carrick defended the team against the harsh assessment, he acknowledged that the squad must demonstrate significant improvement to validate his rebuttal and elevate their current level of play.

The exchange highlights the ongoing pressure surrounding Manchester United's recent form. Carrick’s comments serve as both a defense of the players and an admission that the team’s current output falls short of the standards expected at the club.