# Bullied at the Stadium of Light: Zirkzee's Struggles, Midfield Woes & Carrick’s Future

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Podcast: [Manchester is RED - Manchester United podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/manchester-is-red-manchester-united-podcast-1029268)
Published: 2026-05-12T13:46:00+00:00
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Steven Railston and Tyrone Marshall brave the freezing Northeast weather to unpack Manchester United’s lackluster 0-0 draw against Sunderland. With Michael Carrick making five changes to the starting XI, the lads dissect a performance where United were physically outmuscled and struggled to bypass a relentless high press. They dive deep into Joshua Zirkzee’s polarizing role as a "9.5," debate Lisandro Martinez’s rustiness upon returning from suspension, and look ahead to the crucial summer transfer window. With Casemiro absent, the glaring need for midfield reinforcements takes center stage, alongside the overwhelming consensus that Michael Carrick has officially earned the permanent managerial job. 🌍 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/manchester It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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