Worst in 40 years! After a draw against 10-man Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United’s script created an unwanted record

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Soccer Football – ​Premier League – Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur – Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain – October 10, 2026 Manchester United manager Michael Carrick looks dejected after the match Manchester United suffered their worst start to a league season in nearly 40 years after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on Saturday.United have picked up just six points from their first six Premier League games, winning just once and failing to secure a win in their last four games.Tottenham remain without a league win after six games. Despite finishing 18th in the table, manager Roberto De Zerbi was encouraged by the fighting spirit of his players, especially after they came back to score with 10 men.

Tottenham fight back despite red card

Bryan Mbeumo gave Manchester United the lead against the run of play. Tottenham’s Rodrigo Bentancur was later sent off for a tackle on Luke Shaw, giving United a numerical advantage and hopes of securing the three points.However, Tottenham refused to give up, Dominic Solanke heading home in the 92nd minute to silence the home crowd.“I’m very happy because I saw the right spirit and character,” De Zerbi told Sky Sports after the match.Commenting on his team’s reaction, he added: “We suffered in the match. I like the situation we were in with the red card. We need this situation. We didn’t accept defeat. We have to react in every possible way.”Despite spending more than £300 million ($397 million) in the summer transfer window, Tottenham have struggled for results. De Zerbi remains confident his approach can work, saying: “We have to believe in ourselves and this way of football,” adding: “If we believe, improve and play as a team, we will score many goals and win many games. If we don’t play as a team, it’s impossible.”

United miss another chance

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick was disappointed his side could not capitalize on Tottenham’s suspension to secure a win.“We were mixed (in performance),” Carrick said, admitting his side struggled to find their rhythm in the first half.United have also failed to win their last three league games against teams that had a suspended player.“It’s a game we should have finished. And we didn’t,” Carrick said. “Very disappointed to be in that position and not leave the game.