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Leny Yoro urges Man United to "face reality"

·By Carlos Volcano
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Leny Yoro urges Man United to "face reality"

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Leny Yoro has backed Manchester United to turn their season around, insisting the squad must be honest about its performances while refusing to panic over a disappointing start.

Manchester United have collected only six points from their opening six Premier League matches, leaving them 13th in the table and already under pressure to improve.

The club finished third last season and had hoped to challenge more consistently near the top of the division under Michael Carrick. Instead, one league win from six matches has raised questions about their progress.

Yoro, 20, has had limited playing time so far this campaign but remains confident in the group’s ability to respond.

“I have confidence in the team and in us. I am convinced that in the coming matches we will improve and continue to move forward,” the French defender said, according to Marca.

He believes a difficult opening run is not unusual, even for established clubs, and says United are prepared to work through their current problems.

“I am not particularly worried about this situation. All teams can go through difficulties at the beginning of a season. We are prepared to face them and continue working,” he said.

However, Yoro also acknowledged that the squad must recognise the standards expected at Old Trafford. United’s ambitions demand more than simply accepting inconsistent results, and the defender believes the players understand that responsibility.

“Sometimes you have to tell it like it is. And we have done that. We will continue to do so. We have to face reality and improve,” he said.

United’s latest setback came in a 1-1 draw with Tottenham, when they surrendered their lead despite their opponents being reduced to ten men. The result extended the scrutiny on Carrick ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League trip to Atlético Madrid.

The European fixture offers United an immediate opportunity to respond, although their domestic form remains a concern. Carrick has also been dealing with injuries to several first-team players, including Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo.

Yoro’s message is one of accountability without alarm. United must confront their weaknesses and improve quickly, but he believes the group can still make progress if the players remain united and continue working.