Manchester United have conceded a total of 81 goals so far this season after their defense was pierced by four bullets against Crystal Palace this season. This figure, even equal to the 1976/77 season of Shalane Litana, sets a league record for the most goals conceded by United since 47 years ago. Focusing only on the Premier League, the Red Devils have conceded 55 goals in the league this season, which is not only the highest in the history of the Premier League team, but even in the remaining three league matches, there is the possibility of conceding a few more goals, thus setting a new record of shame.
According to Sofascore, Manchester United tops the list of goals conceded per game in Europe's top five leagues during the season. Siffield United were first with 105 goals, followed by Luton (89) and Westham (86), and United were tied for fourth with Shalane Litana, both with 81 goals. What's even more ironic is that Shalane Ritenna chose to leave the game early. It's no wonder that netizens have been making jokes about Manchester United's defense as if it were "downgraded".
It's worth noting that United's record for most goals conceded in a single league season in Premier League history is 57 goals in the 2021/22 season. This season, they have conceded 55 goals, and with 3 remaining Premier League matches against Arsenal, Newcastle and Brighton, United will face the challenge of conceding at least 2 times.
