Manchester United hires Pochettino after firing Carrick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

On November 13, 2026, Manchester United announced the firing of Michael Carrick following a poor start to the Premier League season. Carrick, who lasted ten months in charge, oversaw only one win in ten league matches. The club has opted not to hire Antonio Conte, instead paying Mauricio Pochettino's release clause from the USMNT. Pochettino takes over as the team currently sits in relegation zone and has struggled recently, although it performed slightly better in European competitions. Carrick's dismissal followed growing pressure as the team's form declined, leading to the club seeking a fresh approach under Pochettino, who has been linked to the job multiple times before.
- •Michael Carrick fired after poor Premier League start.
- •Mauricio Pochettino appointed as head coach.
- •United currently sits in the relegation zone.
- •Pochettino had strong previous ties to the job.
- •Antonio Conte was considered but not hired.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United Pass on Conte, Choose Pochettino
"Michael Carrick has indeed been fired by Manchester United amid their terrible start, but the Red Devils won’t turn to an Italian coach, even though Antonio Conte was seemingly the frontrunner for a...
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