Man United: Why 113 shots have produced only five Premier League points

United have endured a difficult opening to the 2026-27 campaign, winning only once in the Premier League while also suffering an early EFL Cup exit to Brighton & Hove Albion. Their five points from five league matches represent their joint-worst start at this stage since 2014-15, a striking contrast with the momentum Carrick generated last season.

Carrick is already facing scrutiny only months after being handed the permanent job following an impressive spell in interim charge. 6 shots per Premier League game, the highest figure in the division, and have already attempted 113 efforts.

Almost half of their overall attacking output by that measure was therefore concentrated in one match.