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Michael Carrick

Also known as: United boss Carrick

Michael Carrick — Manchester United manager who took charge in January 2026, recently facing pressure after losses to Brighton and Manchester City.

2026-04-242026-09-19

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    United boss Carrick dismisses Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' jibe By AFP September 12, 2026 09:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Amad Diallo (16) of Manchester United and Nathan Ake (6) of Manchester Cit

    United boss Carrick dismisses Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' jibe
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeManchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's jibe that City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby.

    United boss Carrick dismisses Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' jibe
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeManchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's jibe that City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby.

    United boss Carrick dismisses Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' jibe
  5. Citizen Digital

    Mainoo a 'massive influence' on Man Utd upturn, says Carrick By AFP September 11, 2026 12:45 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester United's English head coach Michael Carrick applauds the fans followin

    Mainoo a 'massive influence' on Man Utd upturn, says Carrick
  6. Citizen Digital

    United boss Michael Carrick could barely have asked for a more forgiving fixture with the Manchester derby against City to come on Sunday.

    Man Utd outclass Sabah on Champions League return
  7. Citizen Digital

    Carrick confident Man Utd can go far in 'magical' Champions League By AFP September 09, 2026 09:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester United's English head coach Michael Carrick (C) takes a team tra

    Carrick confident Man Utd can go far in 'magical' Champions League
  8. The Standard

    But the decision not to reinforce Michael Carrick's defence will face more scrutiny as United have conceded twice in all of their opening three games of the Premier League season.

    Maitland-Niles strikes late as Everton hold Man U
  9. Citizen Digital

    Man Utd in 'good place' despite imperfect squad, says Carrick By AFP September 04, 2026 09:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he is delighted

    Man Utd in 'good place' despite imperfect squad, says Carrick
  10. August 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    Marcus Rashford was handed his first United start in nearly two years as Michael Carrick made four changes to the side that kicked off the campaign with a woeful display eight days ago.

    Fernandes hat-trick inspires Man Utd rout of Ipswich
  12. Citizen Digital

    (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Michael Carrick said Carlos Baleba will be unable to make his Manchester United debut for around three weeks due to an ankle injury, but is excited by the Cameroonian's "massive potential".

    Man Utd new signing Baleba sidelined for three weeks

Today

  1. Manchester United boss Carrick expects to work through early season struggles

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said the team must work through a difficult period after a poor start to the season, with four points from four games and a League Cup exit to Brighton.

    5 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Premier League weekend: Carrick under pressure, Spurs seek first goal

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure after a loss to Brighton, needing a win at Fulham, while Tottenham seek their first Premier League goal of the season against Aston Villa. Arsenal and Manchester City aim to maintain perfect records ahead of the international break.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 17 September

  1. Manchester United lose 3-2 to Brighton in League Cup collapse

    Michael Carrick's Manchester United squandered a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 to Brighton in the League Cup third round at Old Trafford, with the manager taking blame after fans booed the team off. It was United's first home loss after leading 2-0 in 50 years, following their controversial 1-0 defeat to Manchester City days earlier.

    17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Referees chief Webb disappointed over VAR error in Manchester derby

    Referees' chief Howard Webb expressed disappointment with a VAR mistake that allowed Erling Haaland's winner in Manchester City's 1-0 victory against Manchester United. VAR official Matt Donohue overturned an offside call, ruling that midfielder Enzo Fernandez was not interfering with play, a decision United manager Michael Carrick said he was "staggered" by.

    16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Carrick tells Man Utd to use derby loss to fuel Brighton effort

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said his team should channel frustration from their Premier League derby defeat to Manchester City as they prepare for Wednesday's League Cup third-round match against Brighton. United lost to City despite a first-half red card for Phil Foden, with Erling Haaland scoring a controversial winning goal that was initially disallowed for offside but overturned by VAR.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 14 September

  1. Carrick criticises VAR decision allowing Haaland's goal

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision that allowed Erling Haaland's goal to stand for 10-man Manchester City against United on Sunday. The goal was initially ruled offside but reversed after a lengthy review, with officials determining that Enzo Fernandez, though in an offside position, was not interfering with play.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Referee body admits error in Haaland's Manchester derby goal

    Professional Game Referees admitted that the decision to allow Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United was an "error of judgment," even though City midfielder Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position when the goal was scored.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Pro Ref admits error as Haaland goal stands in Manchester derby

    Professional Game Referees issued an official statement admitting an "error of judgment" after Erling Haaland's match-winning goal was incorrectly allowed to stand in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, though VAR had determined Haaland was onside and Enzo Fernández did not touch the ball.

    14 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Carrick questions VAR call allowing City's winner at Old Trafford

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City, which was initially ruled offside but overturned after review. Carrick and defender Lisandro Martinez both questioned how officials concluded that Enzo Fernandez, in an offside position, was not interfering with play.

    14 September 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 12 September

  1. Maresca downplays spotlight ahead of Manchester derby

    Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's manager, says he is not the "main focus" as he prepares for his first Manchester derby against Manchester United on Sunday, with City seeking to maintain their 100 percent record this season.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Carrick brushes off Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' comment

    Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's claim that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million after United declined to bid, said City have been the dominant force in Manchester.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Carrick rejects Anderson's claim that City are Manchester kings

    Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby at Old Trafford. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the remark after United declined to bid for the England player in the close season.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Carrick dismisses Anderson's claim that City are kings of Manchester

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the comment after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 11 September

  1. Mainoo central to Manchester United's Champions League resurgence

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praised midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a "real joy" to work with after the England international's performance in the team's 4-0 victory over Sabah, completing 81 passes in 64 minutes on his first Champions League start and playing a major role in United's upturn since Carrick took charge in January.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Manchester United beats Sabah 4-0 in Champions League return

    Manchester United won 4-0 against Azerbaijani champions Sabah at Old Trafford in the Champions League on Thursday, marking United's return to the competition for the first time in three seasons. Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko and Lisandro Martinez scored as United took advantage of a favourable draw.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Carrick confident Manchester United can compete in Champions League

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick believes the team is strong enough to compete with Europe's best as they return to the Champions League for the first time in three years, facing Azerbaijani champions Sabah in their league phase opener.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 7 September

  1. Maitland-Niles scores in 96th minute to give Everton draw

    Ainsley Maitland-Niles marked his Everton debut with a late long-range strike in the 96th minute to secure a 2-2 draw against Manchester United. Everton failed to reinforce their attack during the transfer window, having sold Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City and Beto to Fiorentina, with a deal for Monaco's Folarin Balogun derailed by a medical issue.

    7 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 4 September

  1. Carrick satisfied with Manchester United midfield reinforcements

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he is delighted with midfield additions including Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba for a combined £155 million, despite being outspent by Premier League rivals in the transfer window.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 30 August

  1. Fernandes hat-trick leads Manchester United rout of Ipswich

    Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick as Manchester United recovered from a goal down to defeat Ipswich 5-2 in a Premier League match on Sunday, bouncing back from a 2-0 loss to Hull the previous weekend.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 28 August

  1. Man Utd's Baleba sidelined three weeks with ankle injury

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said new signing Carlos Baleba will miss around three weeks due to an ankle injury, though Carrick remains excited by the Cameroonian midfielder's potential. Baleba joined from Brighton for £70 million.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Bruno Fernandes wins PFA player of year award

    Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes was crowned the Professional Footballers' Association player of the year after breaking the Premier League all-time record for assists with 21 goals set up during the 2025–26 season. Manchester City's Khadija Shaw won the women's award for the second time.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Cameroon midfielder Baleba joins Manchester United from Brighton

    Carlos Baleba, 22, has joined Manchester United from Brighton and Hove Albion for a reported £70 million, becoming the third midfielder signed by United during the summer transfer window alongside Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.

    25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 21 August

  1. Premier League returns as Arsenal seeks second consecutive title

    The Premier League season begins with defending champions Arsenal facing newly promoted Coventry in the opening match at Emirates Stadium. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta welcomes the pressure of being hunted by rivals as the club looks to win a second successive title.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Manchester United manager expects more signings before September 1

    Michael Carrick says Manchester United will make additional signings to strengthen the squad before the transfer window closes, after the club was linked with Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. United finished third last season and begins their top-flight campaign at promoted Hull on Saturday.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arteta targets best club status as Arsenal defend Premier League title

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declared his intention to build the club into "the best club in the world" as the Premier League champions begin their defence against Coventry, with Manchester City's era potentially ending after Pep Guardiola's resignation.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Nine Premier League clubs debut new managers this season

    Nine Premier League clubs will have new managers when the season starts Friday, marking the most managerial turnover before the start of an English top-flight campaign since 1946/47. Enzo Maresca, Andoni Iraola, and Xabi Alonso face particular scrutiny in high-profile roles at Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 16 August

  1. Man Utd loses 4-2 to Amorim's AC Milan in friendly

    Manchester United's pre-season campaign ended with a 4-2 defeat by Ruben Amorim's AC Milan in Wroclaw, Poland. United led twice through goals from Harry Maguire and Patrick Dorgu but conceded three goals from close range before Loftus-Cheek added a fourth for Milan.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 14 August

  1. Carrick urges Manchester United to increase transfer spending

    Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick has urged the club to spend more in the transfer market to compete with rival title contenders Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea. United have spent around £85 million on recent signings but Carrick believes more quality and depth are needed to challenge for the Premier League title and compete in the Champions League.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Carrick calls for more spending to help Man United challenge for title

    Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has urged the club to make additional signings to compete with Premier League title rivals, noting that United have spent around £85 million so far compared to larger outlays by Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea.

    14 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 9 August

  1. Mount injury mars Manchester United's draw with PSG

    Manchester United drew 1-1 with European champions Paris Saint-Germain in a Gothenburg friendly on Saturday, but the result was overshadowed by a foot injury to England midfielder Mason Mount, who lasted less than 20 minutes before being replaced by Tyler Fletcher.

    9 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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