"Michael Carrick branded Lisandro Martinez's red card as shocking, stating, 'It is not aggressive, there is no jolt, no tug. We have got to be careful where the game is going.'"
"Carrick expressed concern over the implications of the red card, saying, 'If the sending off stands, I could be without my two first-choice centre-backs for Saturday's trip to Chelsea.'"
"Regarding the first goal by Leeds, Carrick claimed, 'The goal, Leny Yoro gets a forearm smash in the back of the head. I don't know how that doesn't get overturned.'"
Lisandro Martinez received a red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair during Manchester United's 2-1 defeat to Leeds. Michael Carrick deemed the decision shocking and expressed concern over the implications for upcoming matches, as Harry Maguire may also be suspended. Carrick highlighted that the incident was not aggressive and questioned the validity of the first goal scored by Leeds. He indicated that an appeal might be necessary, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of officiating decisions in football.
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