Chelsea defeat Manchester United 2-0 as Martinez receives red card
Chelsea secured a 2-0 win at Old Trafford, with goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer, while Lisandro Martinez was sent off, intensifying pressure on Manchester United manager Michael Carrick.
Chelsea claimed a 2-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, extending United's winless streak to nine games across all competitions, the longest run since 1984. Morgan Rogers opened the scoring early in the second half after breaking through United's defence, and Cole Palmer converted the ensuing penalty to double the lead.
Lisandro Martinez was dismissed after receiving a second yellow card for raising his arm to the face of Wesley Fofana, three minutes after being booked for a foul on Rogers. The red card and penalty were described by United head coach Michael Carrick as a "big moment" that shifted the match.
United manager Carrick acknowledged the team's strong first-half performance but said the side "unravelled" after the interval, adding that the early goal and penalty changed the game's momentum. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praised his team's control and maturity, noting the win as a step forward for the club.
The defeat leaves United a point above the relegation zone and keeps Carrick's future under scrutiny, while Chelsea moved into fourth place, overtaking Liverpool in the league table.