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Carrick hurt by stoppage-time blow in Man United draw at Everton
On Sunday, Manchester United drew 2-2 against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium, squandering a lead after conceding twice late to leave the club with four points from their opening three Premier League games.
Defensive vulnerabilities have hampered United's season, as the team has conceded two goals in all three matches played so far, forcing manager Michael Carrick to address lapses despite his measured optimism.
Everton secured the point after Tyrique George and debutant Ainsley Maitland-Niles scored late, with the £4 million signing netting his first goal in the sixth minute of added time.
Carrick insisted the start is "not that bad," though he admitted being "bitterly disappointed" with the result, while Marcus Rashford's return to form provides a consistent threat for the Red Devils.
Manchester City visits Old Trafford next week, presenting a difficult test for United, which must improve defensive consistency to secure a result against their rivals in the upcoming fixture.