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Cristian Romero’s red card leaves Tottenham vulnerable in defeat to Manchester United

February 7, 2026
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Cristian Romero's red card leaves Tottenham vulnerable in defeat to Manchester United

Manchester United defeat Tottenham in frustrating encounter

Tottenham’s Cristian Romero was sent off in a pivotal moment during a 2-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford, compounding Spurs’ struggles in the Premier League, reports BritPanorama.

The match began with Tottenham riding high after salvaging a point from Manchester City the previous week, thanks to a brace from Dominic Solanke. However, on Saturday, they faced a revitalised United side aiming for their fourth consecutive league win under manager Michael Carrick.

While the game was closely contested initially, the tide turned in the 29th minute when Romero received a red card for a reckless tackle on Casemiro. The dismissal marked Romero’s sixth red card since joining Tottenham, averaging one every 25 matches. This incident left Spurs manager Thomas Frank grappling with increasing challenges as they seek stability.

Romero’s suspension comes at a time when Tottenham can ill afford to lose crucial players, especially ahead of a significant forthcoming clash against Arsenal. As tensions rise within the squad, fans express concern over whether such disciplinary issues could cost Frank his position, particularly if results do not improve.

Despite being a key player known for his commitment and leadership, Romero’s repeated indiscipline raises questions about his role in the team’s future. Meanwhile, United’s goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Fernandes highlighted their attacking prowess, as the home side looked to capitalise on Tottenham’s mounting difficulties. United’s victory further establishes their credentials for a Champions League return, particularly during a tumultuous phase for Tottenham.

As Tottenham contends with another disappointing afternoon, the spectre of potential managerial change looms large. With key fixtures ahead, the question remains whether they can regain form or if their season will spiral further into turmoil.

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