Growing frustration at Old Trafford - analysis

[Getty Images] Manchester United entered the international window with just two wins from seven matches, with those coming against newly promoted Ipswich Town and Champions League debutants Sabah. After disappointing home defeats to Manchester City and Brighton before the three-week break, the hosts had a point to prove to their disgruntled supporters. But the fans were left unimpressed again by a lethargic first-half performance, with their players appearing to lack energy as the visitors pressed high and dominated. Mohammed Kudus swept a strike just wide and Conor Gallagher had a close-range attempt smothered by Senne Lammens, who came to United's rescue again after the restart when got a hand to Solanke's sliding effort. They were handed another lifeline through Mbeumo's goal, but could not capitalise on that, nor Rodrigo Bentancur's dismissal as Lammens was left rooted to the spot as Solanke got in front of Lisandro Martinez to head in the leveller. Boss Michael Carrick's position may not be under immediate threat, despite United's worst start after four games since the 1986-87 campaign, but the frustration vented by the home fans at full-time indicate there is growing concern over the team's mentality. It won't help Carrick's case that this was the second successive league game they have dropped points against a team that were reduced to 10 men - following their 1-0 derby defeat by Manchester City last month.