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Ruben Amorim

Portuguese coach sacked by Manchester United in January 2026, now managing AC Milan with target of top-four Serie A finish.

2026-04-242026-11-06

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Having finished fifth in Serie A following a disappointing season, AC Milan have changed their coach, with former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim taking over from Massimiliano Allegri. …

    Modric extends contract with AC Milan
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeFormer Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim embraced the challenge ahead of him on taking on the AC Milan hot-seat when he held his first press conference on Wednesday. …

    Amorim hails 'ambitious' AC Milan, promises to learn Italian
  4. Citizen Digital

    … Glasner had previously been linked to AC Milan, a role then filled by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, and, more recently, the vacant Germany head coach role after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following their World Cup exit. …

    Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Glasner had previously been linked to AC Milan, a role then filled by former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, and, more recently, the vacant Germany head coach role after Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following their World Cup exit. …

    Forest appoint Glasner as new manager
  6. May 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … The former United midfielder was confirmed as the English giants' new permanent head coach on a two-year contract on Friday after overseeing a dramatic improvement in form at Old Trafford since taking over following Ruben Amorim's acrimonious exit in January. …

    Carrick says Man Utd's third-place finish 'something to build on'
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Carrick, the 44-year-old former United player, took charge on an interim basis after Ruben Amorim was sacked in January and led United to Champions League qualification with an impressive run of form. …

    Michael Carrick given permanent deal as Man Utd manager
  9. The Standard

    … Carrick, the 44-year-old former United player, took charge on an interim basis after Ruben Amorim was sacked in January and led United to Champions League qualification with an impressive run of form."From the moment that I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of Mancheste …

    Michael Carrick confirmed as permanent Man United manager
  10. Citizen Digital

    … Liverpool's title defence imploded while Manchester United finished third despite sacking Ruben Amorim mid-season.

    Five factors in Arsenal's Premier League title triumph
  11. Citizen Digital

    … Carrick has earned praised for steering United to Champions League qualification after taking over from the sacked Ruben Amorim in January. …

    Carrick says Man Utd future to be decided 'pretty soon'
  12. Citizen Digital

    … The 44-year-old took over for the rest of the campaign in January following an acrimonious end to Ruben Amorim's rocky Red Devils reign. …

    Carrick on brink of permanent Man Utd job

Friday 30 October

  1. Carrick insists he is here to do job despite poor form

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he needed "no assurances" over his future and was unsurprised to still be in charge, despite mounting criticism of the team's dismal form and eight games without a win.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gary Neville says managers sometimes need dismissal for own good

    Gary Neville says managers sometimes need to be dismissed "for their own good" as Manchester United persists with under-pressure boss Michael Carrick, whose future has been subject to intense speculation following a run of eight games without a win that left United one point above the Premier League relegation zone.

    30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 29 October

  1. Carrick unfazed by criticism, insists he will continue managing United

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he needs "no assurances" over his future and was unsurprised to still be in charge despite the team's eight-game winless run and 3-0 loss to Bournemouth, which left them one point above the Premier League relegation zone.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Neville says managers sometimes need dismissal for their own good

    Gary Neville says Manchester United managers can need to be dismissed "for their own good" as Michael Carrick remains under pressure after a run of eight games without a win and a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth. Neville suggests United's hierarchy debated Carrick's future but decided to stay with him due to lack of planning and available options.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 27 October

  1. Carrick stays on as Man Utd manager for Chelsea match

    Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United's head coach for their trip to Chelsea this weekend, despite the club's poor start and a recent 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth. According to BBC Sport, the 45-year-old has been given an opportunity to turn things around with United sitting one place above the relegation zone and on an eight-match winless run.

    27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Carrick to manage Manchester United against Chelsea

    Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United manager for Saturday's Premier League match at Chelsea, according to BBC, Sky Sports, and Press Association reports. Carrick's position had been under scrutiny following eight games without a win and a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth that left United one point above the relegation zone.

    27 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 26 October

  1. Manchester United manager Carrick under pressure

    Manchester United, winless in eight games and hovering near the Premier League relegation zone, face a potential managerial change with coach Michael Carrick likely to be replaced after a 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Manchester United manager Carrick faces sack after poor form

    Manchester United, winless in eight games and near the Premier League relegation zone, are likely to replace manager Michael Carrick following a 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth. Former Newcastle boss Eddie Howe and ex-Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann are reportedly in contention for the role.

    26 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 23 October

  1. Man Utd faces Bournemouth amid winless run and managerial pressure

    Manchester United host Bournemouth seeking to end a seven-game winless streak, with manager Michael Carrick under pressure as the club sits 13th in the Premier League. Brighton, in third place, travel to Liverpool while Manchester City pursue an unbeaten campaign at Aston Villa.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Manchester United posts record revenue but seventh consecutive loss

    Manchester United's annual net loss increased to £43 million despite record revenues of £677.6 million in the year to June 30, as the club reported a seventh straight annual loss after tax. The revenue rise was driven by increased broadcasting income following a third-place Premier League finish, though the club faced contractual payments to sacked manager Ruben Amorim and higher loan repayments.

    23 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 →

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 →

Friday 28 August

  1. Serie A clubs spend over one billion euros in summer transfers

    Serie A has outspent La Liga and Bundesliga this summer, with clubs spending more than one billion euros in transfers ahead of the September 1 window closure, cementing the league's position as Europe's second-biggest spender after the Premier League.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 24 August

  1. Ruben Amorim wins Serie A debut with AC Milan victory

    Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim began his Serie A tenure with AC Milan, securing a 2-1 victory at Torino on Sunday. Alphadjo Cisse and Adrien Rabiot scored for Milan as they opened their campaign after the club finished fifth last season.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 21 August

  1. 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 →

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 →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Amorim vows to honour Baresi legacy as Milan prepares derby

    New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim has pledged to honour the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi, who died last week, as he seeks to revive the Italian club's fortunes. Amorim, who was sacked by Manchester United in January, faces Inter Milan in a derby match in Perth on Wednesday, with an immediate target of a top-four Serie A finish after the club missed Champions League qualification on the final day of last season.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Amorim takes AC Milan role, vows to honour Baresi

    New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim has pledged to uphold the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi and aims for a top-four Serie A finish. Amorim, returning to coaching after his January sacking by Manchester United, faces Inter Milan in a derby in Perth on Wednesday and has secured veteran midfielder Luka Modric on a one-year extension.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 24 July

  1. Luka Modric extends AC Milan contract to June 2027

    Croatian midfielder Luka Modric has extended his contract with Serie A club AC Milan by one season, committing until June 30, 2027. The 40-year-old joined Milan in 2025 and scored two goals in 37 matches last season.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 9 July

  1. New AC Milan coach Amorim promises to learn Italian

    Ruben Amorim, formerly of Manchester United, held his first press conference as AC Milan coach and expressed his enthusiasm for the role, saying the club "already feels like home" and pledging to learn Italian as a mark of respect for fans. He praised the club's ambition and the recruitment of striker Goncalo Ramos from Paris Saint-Germain.

    9 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Nottingham Forest appoint Oliver Glasner as new manager

    Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as their new manager on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Nottingham Forest appoint Oliver Glasner as manager

    Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Carrick hails Manchester United third-place finish as foundation

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said the club's third-place Premier League finish is "something to build on" after a 3-0 victory at Brighton on Sunday. Carrick, confirmed as permanent head coach on a two-year contract Friday, has overseen a dramatic improvement in form since taking over in January, securing Champions League football and winning 12 of 17 matches under his tenure.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 22 May

  1. Michael Carrick given permanent deal as Man Utd manager

    Manchester United rewarded Michael Carrick with a permanent head coach contract after he guided the club to third place in the Premier League and Champions League qualification following his interim appointment in January.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Michael Carrick confirmed permanent Manchester United head coach

    Manchester United appointed Michael Carrick as permanent head coach after he led the club to a third-place Premier League finish and Champions League qualification in five months as interim manager following Ruben Amorim's sacking in January.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22-year drought

    Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, ending a 22-year wait and securing the title with one game remaining. The article examines key factors in the Gunners' triumph under Mikel Arteta, including goalkeeper David Raya's clean-sheet record.

    20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 15 May

  1. Carrick expects Manchester United managerial decision soon

    Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick said Friday his Old Trafford future will be resolved "pretty soon" following reports he will be offered the job permanently. Contract talks over a two-year deal with an option of a further season are believed to be underway.

    15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Carrick expected to be offered permanent Manchester United manager job

    Michael Carrick is expected to be recommended as Manchester United's permanent manager after improving the club's fortunes since taking over in January. Carrick has won 10 of 15 matches and guided United from seventh to third in the Premier League, securing Champions League qualification with three matches to spare.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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