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Carrick aims for sustained Champions League presence with Man Utd

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:33 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Carrick aims for sustained Champions League presence with Man Utd

Summary

Michael Carrick, Manchester United's manager, is focused on securing another Champions League finish as the Premier League season progresses. Having led United to a third-place finish last season, Carrick emphasizes the importance of evolving the team, particularly in midfield. His squad has seen changes this summer, with the departures of key players and the addition of Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Carrick acknowledges the challenge of competing for the Premier League title, urging his young players to learn the habit of winning. United's next match will be against promoted Hull this Saturday.

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•Carrick targets another Champions League finish for Manchester United
•United managed a third-place finish last season under Carrick
•Key midfield changes include departures and new signings this summer
•Carrick emphasizes developing young players and building team consistency
•Manchester United faces Hull next in the Premier League

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1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Carrick doesn't want Man Utd's Champions League return to be a one-off

What they're saying

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Michael Carrick is targeting another Champions League finish as the Manchester United manager seeks evolution and improvement as the path to a long-awaited Premier League title continues. A five-time top-flight winner during his playing days, the former midfielder is now tasked with leading the Old Trafford outfit back to English football's summit.
— Yahoo Sports

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