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Manchester United's Michael Carrick faces scrutiny amid poor start to season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 10:35 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Manchester United's Michael Carrick faces scrutiny amid poor start to season

Summary

Manchester United has struggled at the start of the season, winning only two of 11 matches across all competitions. The team recently lost 4-1 to Como in the Champions League, adding pressure on head coach Michael Carrick, whose tactical decisions have been criticized. INEOS is reportedly considering managerial changes, with candidates including Julian Nagelsmann, Antonio Conte, and Eddie Howe. Christopher Vivell has been vocal about his preference for Nagelsmann and was against Carrick's original appointment.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester United has won only two out of 11 matches this season.
•The team exited the Carabao Cup earlier in the season.
•Recent loss includes a 4-1 defeat to Champions League newcomers Como.
•Christopher Vivell doubts Carrick deserved the permanent coaching role.
•Candidates to replace Carrick include Nagelsmann, Conte, and Howe.

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10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Christopher Vivell’s true feelings on Michael Carrick emerge as INEOS set to decide his fate soon

What they're saying

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It has been a horror start to the new season for Manchester United, with the Red Devils winning only two games out of 11 in all competitions.They have already exited the Carabao Cup and were recently ...
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