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Manchester United 2026 season under pressure

Manchester United face mounting criticism and lineup decisions after heavy defeat and captain benching.

11 stories1654 sourcesUpdated Nov 13, 2026

In this storyline:Michael Carrick Bruno Fernandes Mauricio Pochettino Manchester United F.C.UEFA Champions League Como 1907 Matheus Cunha AFC Bournemouth

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Oct 25, 2026
Carrick benched captain Fernandes for Bournemouth days after the midfielder's tactics criticism in a 4-1 Como loss.
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Oct 25, 2026
Bournemouth beat Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford as Carrick faces mounting pressure.
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Nov 8, 2026
Manchester United twice came back from two goals down to draw 4-4 with Aston Villa, capped by Joshua Zirkzee and Patrick Dorgu scoring in stoppage time.
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Nov 8, 2026
Manchester United Enter Relegation Zone, Carrick Expects to Stay.

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Manchester United Appoints Pochettino

Manchester United has formally contacted U.S. Soccer and is pursuing Mauricio Pochettino as a replacement for Michael Carrick, with the club and federation needing to agree on compensation. Pochettino’s release clause is reportedly about $10 million, and he may remain with the U.S. team for its upcoming matches before taking charge at United.

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Manchester United Dismiss Carrick, Pursue Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a leading betting-market candidate to replace embattled Manchester United manager Michael Carrick after United’s 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left them in the relegation zone. Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are also in contention, with reports indicating differences among club officials over their preferred successor; Pochettino’s current USMNT role could complicate a move.

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Manchester United Enter Relegation Zone, Carrick Expects to Stay

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says he expects to stay in charge and work to improve despite the club falling into the relegation zone after a dramatic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. United remain third-bottom, one point from safety, and have gone eight league games without a win.

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Manchester United draws 4-4 with Aston Villa after twice trailing by two goals

Manchester United twice came back from two goals down to draw 4-4 with Aston Villa, capped by Joshua Zirkzee and Patrick Dorgu scoring in stoppage time. Defensive errors left United in the relegation zone, intensifying pressure on manager Michael Carrick.

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Carrick Says United Can Restore Ferguson-Era Glory

On the 40th anniversary of Alex Ferguson’s appointment, Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said the club can return to its former heights, but only through realistic expectations, patience and sustained team-building. His remarks come as United struggle for results and pressure mounts ahead of a crucial match against Aston Villa.

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Glazer Says United Commercial Appeal Defies Results

Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer reportedly told investors that the club’s commercial appeal can withstand poor on-field results, comparing it with the Yankees and Cowboys. The remarks have intensified fan anger amid United’s struggles and protests against the club’s owners, despite a comeback win over Roma.

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Manchester United Comeback Stuns Roma; Barcelona Beats Villa

AS Roma defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford after exploiting defensive mistakes, deepening concerns about United’s European form. The loss also prompted angry fan protests against the club’s ownership.

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Manchester United Bench Captain Fernandes Days After Tactics Criticism

Carrick benched captain Fernandes for Bournemouth days after the midfielder's tactics criticism in a 4-1 Como loss, telling Sky Sports the call was "Pure football."

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Manchester United expect Šeško out until January

Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to miss the rest of the calendar year with a recurring shin injury, with no surgery decision reported and recovery focused on rest and specialist care. His absence deepens United’s shortage of recognized strikers as the team struggles for results and pressure mounts on manager Michael Carrick.

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Bournemouth Beat Manchester United 3-0 at Old Trafford

Under pressure after Manchester United’s 4-1 loss to Como, Michael Carrick acknowledged the team’s recent performances have fallen short and said he is responsible for restoring its standards ahead of Sunday’s match against Bournemouth. Bournemouth manager Marco Rose expects an angry, intense United but said his team will stay focused and aim to win; forward Junior Kroupi is set to return from injury.

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Como Rout United as Carrick Faces Pressure

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticized the coaching staff’s decision not to press Como man-to-man after United’s 4-1 Champions League defeat, saying the approach gave Como too much space and confidence. He stopped short of directly blaming manager Michael Carrick, while acknowledging the team needed to press more bravely.

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