Mata apologises to fans for United’s shocking meltdown

Juan Mata pictured has apologised to Manchester United fans after the team’s embarrassing 5-3 defeat to Leicester.

United looked set for a comfortable win after moving 3-1 ahead at the King Power stadium on Sunday, but some abject defending in the final half hour allowed Leicester to record their first home win over the Red Devils in 29 years.

Rafael and Tyler Blackett both gave away penalties and slack marking allowed Leonardo Ulloa and Esteban Cambiasso to find the net after shocking defensive lapses which cost United the match.

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