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Carrick to remain in charge for Chelsea match
Michael Carrick will remain in position as Manchester United head coach for the club’s trip to Chelsea, The1878 understands.
27.10.26News
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Manchester United humiliated by Bournemouth – and Carrick will carry the can
In the 1980s, a defeat to Bournemouth was the most embarrassing Manchester United suffered all decade. WAYNE BARTON looked on as history repeated itself on another dreadful showing from United.
26.10.26News
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Julian Nagelsmann emerges as frontrunner for Manchester United job
Julian Nagelsmann has emerged as the preferred candidate to succeed Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager, The 1878 understands.
22.10.26News
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Michael Carrick will be the fall guy, but the spotlight must turn on United's underperforming players
It was a gesture that painted a thousand words. A sodden Michael Carrick stood arms outstretched, apologising to those hardy few in the away end who had stuck it out to the bitter end. ALEX CROOK looks at what - and who - comes next for United as Carrick's race looks run.
21.10.26News
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Como capitulation leaves Carrick on brink
Manchester United slumped to a catastrophic defeat at Como, their heaviest European defeat of the 21st century, to leave Michael Carrick under severe pressure as head coach, and putting the club on the brink of significant change once again. WAYNE BARTON reflects on a dismal night for Carrick and United.
21.10.26News
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Busy Leeds frustrate United
Manchester United had to settle for their third consecutive 1-1 draw in the Premier League at Elland Road, as Bryan Mbeumo’s first half goal was cancelled out by a Dominic Calvert-Lewin effort early in the second period. WAYNE BARTON drills into another frustrating afternoon for Michael Carrick.
18.10.26News
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Agencies Respond to Manchester United’s 100,000-Seat Stadium RFP as Naming Rights Plans Take Shape
Manchester United has received proposals from agencies seeking to develop the commercial strategy for its proposed 100,000-seat stadium, with sponsorship, naming rights, ticketing and premium hospitality among the key areas under consideration. WAYNE BARTON takes a closer look.
16.10.26News
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War of the Roses Is A Battle Michael Carrick Needs To Win
Sunday sees the War of the Roses as Leeds and Manchester United do battle at Elland Road after the Yorkshire team have been quite the thorn in their Lancashire rivals’ side in recent times. WAYNE BARTON looks ahead to a crucial match.
16.10.26News
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Lisandro Martinez has said what Manchester United fans have been thinking – but what happens now?
Lisandro Martinez gave two post-match interviews after Manchester United’s defeat against Atletico Madrid where he delivered a consistent message which was a direct criticism of the club’s transfer policy over the summer, as well as the performance of Jason Wilcox, who was identified by position. WAYNE BARTON looks at what could come next.
15.10.26News
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The Butcher turns on United hierarchy
Lisandro Martinez is affectionately known as ‘The Butcher’ by Manchester United fans and the Argentine went studs up on a failing hierarchy in the wake of the latest depressing, if inevitable, defeat. ALEX CROOK looks at exactly what this outburst means for United.
14.10.26News
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Match Reaction: United outwork and outclassed in Madrid
In their first away game back in the Champions League, Manchester United were outworked and outclassed by an Atletico Madrid side who boasted and showed off their superior European quality and experience. WAYNE BARTON reflects on another poor showing.
14.10.26News
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United 1 Spurs 1: Groundhog day as United fail to impress
When, in injury time, with his Manchester United team-mates in desperate need of divine intervention from their captain, Bruno Fernandes received possession of the ball and proceeded to blast it aimlessly into the air instead of looking for the killer pass he executed more often than any Premier League player last season.
11.10.26News
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Red October: Why the next three weeks could define Michael Carrick’s Manchester United future
If there was one Premier League manager more grateful than most at the timing of Manchester City’s guilty verdict it was Michael Carrick. ALEX CROOK looks at how October could be a key month for the United boss.
09.10.26News
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Whelan to be honoured by Former Players’ Association
Manchester United’s legendary former coach, Tony Whelan, is to be honoured in a special dinner being held by the Association of Former Manchester United Players next month. WAYNE BARTON looks at why it's so richly deserved.
08.10.26News
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United sign England youth international Karim Cassim from Manchester City
Manchester United have completed the signing of 17-year old central midfielder Karim Cassim from local rivals Manchester City. WAYNE BARTON shares the details.
24.09.26News
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Quartet withdraw from international duty
Benjamin Sesko became the latest Manchester United player to withdraw from international duty when he pulled out of the Slovenia squad owing to an ongoing shin problem. WAYNE BARTON looks at the four United players who have withdrawn from their national squads.
23.09.26News
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Michael Carrick looks to ‘positive signs’ in disappointing Fulham draw
Michael Carrick was doing his best to remain upbeat as he conducted his numerous post-match media interviews. ALEX CROOK searches for the positives.
21.09.26News
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Carrick pressed on passion in presser
The fact that Michael Carrick was persistently pushed - three times, no less - on the topic of passion in his pre-match press conference ahead of tomorrow’s match at Fulham is an illustration of the fact that this was the week many in the media have been waiting for. WAYNE BARTON examines the pre-match presser.
19.09.26News
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JJ Gabriel exit request raises fresh questions for Manchester United
Manchester United’s disappointing derby defeat was quickly overshadowed by another worrying development. As teenage sensation JJ Gabriel pushes for a move away, ALEX CROOK examines what it could mean for the club’s future.
15.09.26News
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Manchester United deserve more than another apology after derby VAR controversy
An apology arrived within hours of the final whistle, but it could not change the result. WAYNE BARTON examines the controversy surrounding Manchester City’s derby winner and why Manchester United have every right to feel aggrieved.
14.09.26News
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Legend Alex Stepney backs Senne Lammens for success at Manchester United
Senne Lammens has quickly won admirers at Old Trafford. Now Manchester United great Alex Stepney tells WAYNE BARTON why he believes the Belgian has the talent and mentality to thrive, with Peter Schmeichel also convinced by his potential.
31.08.26News
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Manchester United given tough Champions League return
European nights are back at Old Trafford and Manchester United have been handed a draw full of familiar foes and old memories. From Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid to Sporting and Villarreal, WAYNE BARTON explores the stories behind the fixtures.
29.08.26News
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Michael Carrick’s "more" call and the reality of United leadership
Michael Carrick has called for more from Manchester United, but WAYNE BARTON explains why expecting the manager to lead supporter unrest against the board is unrealistic as he settles into his new permanent role.
27.08.26News