Manchester United faced harsh criticism following their disappointing 3-2 defeat to Brighton in the Carabao Cup, which saw them exit at the third round stage. The match, held at Old Trafford, highlighted the Red Devils' ongoing struggles this season, as they initially led 2-0 before collapsing.

Pundit Jamie Redknapp did not hold back in his assessment of the young trio, Ayden Heaven, Leny Yoro, and Joshua Zirkzee, who were singled out for their lackluster performances. He expressed concerns about the two centre-backs, Heaven and Yoro, emphasizing their inexperience:

The inexperience of the two young centre-backs showed. I have no doubt the two of them will be on the phone to their agent asking why am I not playing at the moment. That’s why. These kind of performances tonight.

Redknapp noted that the pair made poor decisions during the game, contrasting their efforts with those of Brighton's defender Luka Vuskovic, who displayed a higher level of aggression.

He also criticized Zirkzee, stating, "Zirkzee came on and couldn’t pass the ball to his own teammate."

The defeat follows a loss in the Manchester Derby, leaving Manchester United with only two wins in six matches across all competitions this season. Manager Michael Carrick faces increasing pressure as the team's form continues to dip since he was appointed permanently.