Manchester United have made unwanted history after suffering a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como. Michael Carrick’s side became the first English team to concede within two minutes in consecutive major European matches.
Man Utd Make Unwanted English Football History After 4-1 Champions League Defeat
Manchester United have set an unwanted record in English football history after suffering a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League on October 21, 2026.
Michael Carrick’s side struggled throughout the match in Italy, suffering another painful defeat as their poor form continued.
But the biggest embarrassment came just two minutes after kick-off.
According to Opta, Manchester United became the first English team in history to concede within the opening two minutes of two consecutive major European matches.
Manchester United set embarrassing new record
United’s defensive problems were clear from the very beginning against Como.
After just 118 seconds, Nico Paz found space outside the penalty area and produced a brilliant finish to give the Italian side the lead.
However, this was not the first time United had suffered such an early setback.
Just eight days earlier, Pablo Barrios scored inside the opening minute during Atlético Madrid’s 2-0 Champions League victory over Manchester United.
The two early goals created a record no English club had previously recorded in major European competitions.
It was another worrying sign of United’s defensive problems under Michael Carrick.
Como destroy Manchester United 4-1
United’s nightmare continued after the opening goal.
Anastasios Douvikas doubled Como’s advantage in the 49th minute before Nico Paz scored his second goal eight minutes later.
Jacobo Ramón then made it 4-0 in the 76th minute.
Joshua Zirkzee scored a late consolation goal for Manchester United, but it was nowhere near enough to save them from a heavy defeat.
Nico Paz was the star of the match, finishing with two goals and one assist.
The 4-1 result raised serious questions about United’s defensive organisation and ability to compete against strong European opponents.
Michael Carrick faces growing pressure
The defeat was another major setback for Michael Carrick.
Manchester United have now gone seven consecutive matches without a victory in all competitions, including four defeats and three draws.
According to Opta, this is the club’s longest winless run since December 2015.
Carrick admitted his frustration after the match, while captain Bruno Fernandes questioned aspects of the team’s defensive approach.
United now face increasing pressure to improve their performances and end their terrible run of results.
Can Manchester United recover from this crisis?
Manchester United’s latest defeat has created another difficult moment for a club already struggling for consistency.
Conceding early goals against Atlético Madrid and Como has exposed serious problems in their defensive concentration.
With seven matches without a win and a new unwanted European record, Carrick faces a huge challenge to turn things around.
United will return to Premier League action against Bournemouth on October 25, hoping to finally end their poor run.
Can Manchester United recover, or will their historic struggles continue under Michael Carrick?
