Manchester United sacks Michael Carrick after worst start in 40 years
United have won only once in 10 league matches, leaving the team in the Premier League relegation zone in early November.
Manchester United sacked Michael Carrick as head coach after a sharp slide to start the 2026/2027 season. The club ended the partnership on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, after United posted its worst start in 40 years and fell into the English Premier League relegation zone in early November. Carrick's last match ended in a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, while United managed just one win in 10 league matches this season. The decision contrasted with the team's run in the second half of last season. Since Carrick returned to Old Trafford in January, United finished third and secured a Champions League place after winning 12 of 17 league matches. Sky Sports also reported that Mauricio Pochettino is being lined up as Carrick's replacement.