Manchester United struggles continue as Carrick faces challenges after loss
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Manchester United lost 1-0 to Manchester City in a Premier League match on 14 September 2026. The defeat adds to a disappointing start for United, with only one win in four league games. Manager Michael Carrick now faces scrutiny over recruitment, team selection, and tactics as his side prepares for upcoming fixtures against Brighton in the Carabao Cup and Fulham in the league. Carrick acknowledged the need for improvement and for the team to start winning again to avoid further criticism during the upcoming international break.
- •Manchester United has just one win in four Premier League games.
- •United was beaten by Manchester City, their third such loss in under 10 months.
- •Michael Carrick's tactics and team selection are under scrutiny.
- •United hosts Brighton in the Carabao Cup next on 16 September.
- •The team faces Fulham in the Premier League four days later.
- 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Familiar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find answers
- 11:25 AMBBC Sport — Familiar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find answers
- 11:25 AMBBC News — Familiar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find the answers - BBC
"After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
"After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
"After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 11:25 AMFamiliar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find answers
After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
- BBC SportSep 14, 2026, 11:25 AMFamiliar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find answers
After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
- BBC NewsSep 14, 2026, 11:25 AMFamiliar questions for Man Utd, now Carrick must find the answers - BBC
After one win in four Premier League games, the problems are mounting for Manchester United and manager Michael Carrick.
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