- Manchester United overcame a first-half red card to secure a crucial victory over Ipswich
- Patrick Dorgu was sent off in the first half late and Ruben Amorim had to substitute Alejandro Garnacho
- The Argentine player was dissatisfied with the call and made a quick exit towards the tunnel, a move that may result in disciplinary action.
Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho was not pleased with being replaced during their match against Ipswich on Wednesday, February 26.
Ruben Amorim substituted the winger after Patrick Dorgu was given a red card in the 43rd minute.
The Argentine player immediately headed to the locker room after being replaced, and Amorim stated he will address the situation with him.
What was the reason for Patrick Dorgu's dismissal?
Manchester United began the match by giving away an unnecessary goal. An error by Andre Onana and Patrick Dorgu handed the visitors an early 4th-minute lead.
However, Dorgu and Manchester United came back to take a 2-1 lead before the Danish defender was sent off for a reckless tackle on Omari Hutchinson.
Referee Darren England was asked to review the challenge, and he quickly handed the new player a straight red card.
Amorim decided to bench Garnacho, keep Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, and switch to a 5-3-1 formation. Noussair Mazraoui replaced the Argentine international.
The 20-year-old was visibly shocked by the replacement and immediately headed towards the tunnel. He later posted a photo on Instagram to express his discontent.
A Harry Maguire header in the second half provided the Red Devils with some hope, and they managed to hold on to it, ultimately securing three valuable points.
A Video Assistant Referee (VAR) suggested a review for a possible red card to Dorgu for the tackle on Hutchinson - with the incident considered a serious foul play. Following the review, the referee issued a red card to Dorgu," Premier League Match Centre reported.
He was a bit frustrated, to be honest. He was a bit disappointed, but he understands that sometimes these things happen. He's a young player and he's still learning, and we're working with him to improve his decision-making on the pitch.
After the game, Amorim stated that he will have a conversation with the young player.
"I thought the team was in a good position at half-time and the control of the game was okay. Then we made a substitution and we had to decide who would leave the field. We also had to consider set pieces. That was my decision," he said to MEN.
You're linking up with Rashford, I understand that. I'm saying, I'll discuss this with Garnacho. If you'd like, I'll bring it up in the next press conference.
Amorim sent Garnacho off on December 15, along with Marcus Rashford, as a disciplinary measure. Nevertheless, it's unlikely he will penalize him for going to the locker room after being substituted.
In December, Zirkaee was replaced after 30 minutes, but he received overwhelming support after that difficult moment.
The manager's message to the team.
It was previously reported that former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag sent a message to sensitive players.
The Dutchman argued that players of this era should not be criticized, as this would demotivate them.