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Manchester United’s board chose Carrick over Solskjaer—here’s why they believed in him
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Manchester United’s board chose Carrick over Solskjaer—here’s why they believed in him

When Manchester United’s boardroom debated who should replace Ruben Amorim, they turned to two former players with deep ties to the club. One would win the job. The other, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has since reflected on why Michael Carrick emerged victorious—and why the decision now hangs in the balance as the Red Devils’ season collapses.

11 Nov 2026
Premier LeagueManchester UnitedMichael Carrick
Manchester United’s captaincy restored: Bruno Fernandes returns to starting XI for Chelsea showdown
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Manchester United’s captaincy restored: Bruno Fernandes returns to starting XI for Chelsea showdown

After a week of absence following tactical friction, Bruno Fernandes has been reinstated as Manchester United’s captain for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea. Michael Carrick’s decisive move signals a return to unity at Old Trafford, but the underlying tensions remain unaddressed.

31 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier LeagueManchester United
Manchester United Suffer Heavy Bournemouth Defeat as Pressure Mounts on Michael Carrick While Liverpool Beat Brighton
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Manchester United Suffer Heavy Bournemouth Defeat as Pressure Mounts on Michael Carrick While Liverpool Beat Brighton

Manchester United fell to a crushing 0-3 defeat against AFC Bournemouth at Old Trafford, leaving manager Michael Carrick under intense pressure following an eight-match winless run. Elsewhere in the Premier League, Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Brighton to claim their first home league win of the campaign.

25 Oct 2026
AFC BournemouthBreaking NewsBruno Fernandes
November and December Bring Fresh Scrutiny for Premier League Managers
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November and December Bring Fresh Scrutiny for Premier League Managers

The Premier League’s autumn is rarely kind to managers. November and December have become synonymous with managerial upheaval, accounting for almost a third of all in-season departures across the co

25 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester United
Manchester United’s Managerial Search Narrows to Three Names as Interim Crisis Deepens
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Manchester United’s Managerial Search Narrows to Three Names as Interim Crisis Deepens

With Ruben Amorim gone after a disastrous 14-month tenure, Manchester United have quietly narrowed their search for an interim manager to three candidates—each carrying distinct baggage and expectations. The Red Devils now face a critical decision: whether to revive old loyalties or chart a new path in a season already defined by failure.

23 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester United
Maresca’s Manchester City Silence Anfield to Maintain Perfect Start
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Maresca’s Manchester City Silence Anfield to Maintain Perfect Start

Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City have begun their Premier League campaign with an unbroken run of victories, and their 3-0 win at Liverpool on Sunday showed they can handle pressure as well as expecta

13 Oct 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueManchester City
Manchester United’s Champions League rebound hinges on Carrick’s tactical resilience
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Manchester United’s Champions League rebound hinges on Carrick’s tactical resilience

With a 13th-place Premier League standing and a Champions League return on the line, Michael Carrick’s leadership at Manchester United faces its first true test. The former midfielder’s ability to navigate fine margins—and avoid the pitfalls of past interim experiments—will determine whether Old Trafford can reclaim its European credentials.

13 Oct 2026
Champions LeagueEnglish Premier LeagueManchester United
From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical…
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From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical…

From the exorbitant misfires to the tactical disasters, Gary Neville lays bare the two most damaging transfers in Manchester United’s post-Sir Alex Ferguson era—one of whom he calls ‘the worst’—revealing how they fractured a club desperate to reclaim its legacy.

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester United
Liverpool Prepare Improved Alexander Isak Bid as Manchester United and Tottenham Push for Summer Transfers
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Liverpool Prepare Improved Alexander Isak Bid as Manchester United and Tottenham Push for Summer Transfers

Liverpool are ready to test Newcastle United’s resolve with a revised offer for Alexander Isak after their opening £110m bid was knocked back. Meanwhile, Manchester United are closing in on midfield reinforcements while Tottenham Hotspur target major late-window moves.

17 Sept 2026
Alexander IsakBreaking NewsBryan Mbeumo

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