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Harry Maguire Insists Man United Have Moved Past Martinez Drama

Harry Maguire says Manchester United have put Lisandro Martinez's outburst behind them following a 1-1 draw at Leeds.

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Dressing Room Moves Past Incident

Harry Maguire has insisted that Manchester United have put the recent outburst from Lisandro Martínez behind them. Martínez previously targeted director of football Jason Wilcox in a verbal tirade after a Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, where he questioned the ambition behind the club's summer transfer business.

The Argentine defender later offered an apology for his actions. Manager Michael Carrick brushed off the confrontation, stating that the rant was really not a drama for us as a group.

Martínez returned to the starting lineup on Sunday as United played out a 1-1 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road. He only managed to play the first half before coming off at the break. Maguire said that his teammate was brilliant during his time on the pitch, adding that everyone has their fingers crossed that Martínez has not suffered a serious injury.

Tough Start Tests United Spirit

United have collected just seven points from their first seven Premier League matches of the campaign. Carrick admitted that the current situation does not look great for the club.

Maguire acknowledged that noise around the club is constant, but noted it had grown louder over the past week. He said that spirit inside the squad is always tested when playing for United, especially during periods when the team is not winning matches.

According to Maguire, the squad has not played anywhere near well enough to match the win totals from last season. He explained that the players face tests every single week and need to find something within themselves to help the group. Maguire stressed that the players will stick together and focus on the next challenge, with another big game coming up on Wednesday.

What it means for the next game

Como vs Manchester United (Champions League, Wed, 21 Oct): Como win 45%, draw 26%, Manchester United win 29%; expected goals 1.61 to 1.25. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals. Our best value pick: Como to win.

Manchester United vs AFC Bournemouth (Premier League, Sun, 25 Oct): Manchester United win 52%, draw 24%, AFC Bournemouth win 24%; expected goals 1.89 to 1.23. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.