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Michael Carrick named permanent head coach of Manchester United

Michael Carrick named permanent head coach of Manchester United

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3 min readUpdated: May 22, 2026 04:00 PM IST Manchester United have appointed Michael Carrick as their permanent head coach after the former midfielder oversaw a dramatic turnaround in the club’s season following his arrival in January. The 44-year-old, who joined the club on an interim basis, has signed a two-year deal as the manager until 2028. Carrick initially stepped in on an interim basis after the departure of Ruben Amorim, with United struggling for consistency and in danger of missing out on Champions League qualification. Four months later, the club hierarchy has moved to hand him the role on a longer-term basis after an impressive run of results revived belief around Old Trafford. The decision follows a strong second half of the campaign in which United climbed from outside the top four into the Champions League places. They defeated both soon-to-be-crowned champions, Arsenal and Manchester City, as well as securing wins against other big clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea. “From the moment that I arrived here 20 years ago, I felt the magic of …

Darren Fletcher’s son, Jack, suspended for six games for making homophobic insult about opponent | Football News

Darren Fletcher’s son, Jack, suspended for six games for making homophobic insult about opponent | Football News

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2 min readMar 5, 2026 01:09 AM IST Manchester United midfielder Jack Fletcher has been suspended for six games for making a homophobic insult about an opponent, the club said Wednesday. Fletcher, 18, was shown a red card by the referee during a reserve match against Barnsley on Oct. 21. According to details of the incident published by the English Football Association this week, he admitted to calling an opponent a “gay boy.” Fletcher, who is the son of former United player Darren Fletcher, was charged with an aggravated breach of the FA’s rules regarding insulting words or behavior because the alleged comments referred to sexual orientation. He was given the standard minimum ban of six games, fined around $2,000 and ordered to take part in educational training. Fletcher apologized for the incident. “I am truly sorry for the offensive word that I used in the heat of the moment,” he said in a statement. “Despite the fact that I had no intention to use the term as a homophobic insult, I completely understand that …

‘It won’t go into the team talk’: Michael Carrick plays down viral haircut fan as Manchester United chase fifth win against West Ham United | Football News

‘It won’t go into the team talk’: Michael Carrick plays down viral haircut fan as Manchester United chase fifth win against West Ham United | Football News

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3 min readFeb 10, 2026 02:04 PM IST Interim Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has acknowledged the viral story of a supporter who hasn’t cut his hair in over 500 days, but said it will not be mentioned in the team’s preparations as the club targets a fifth consecutive Premier League victory against West Ham United on Tuesday. Supporter Frank Ilett vowed in October 2024 not to get a haircut until United secured five wins in a row, a feat they have not achieved since February 2024. The fan has since amassed more than two million followers on social media by chronicling his journey. With victories over Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham and Tottenham, United have now won four straight and face West Ham United on Tuesday evening in London, a match that would finally allow Ilett to finish his challenge. Asked about the fan’s pledge at his pre-match press conference, Carrick said: “I can say I’m aware of it, yeah. My kids have made me aware of it, if anything.” He added with a …

Manchester United win again to make it four wins in a row for new coach Michael Carrick | Football News

Manchester United win again to make it four wins in a row for new coach Michael Carrick | Football News

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3 min readUpdated: Feb 7, 2026 10:48 PM IST It’s four Premier League wins in a row for Manchester United under Michael Carrick and a season that was unraveling just weeks ago now looks full of promise. A 2-0 victory against Tottenham on Saturday extended Carrick’s 100% start as head coach and will further strengthen his case to be given the job on a long-term basis. “Michael has won everything here and he knows what it means for these fans, what it means for the club to win and how much is needed to win at this football club. I think that adds something special to the team,” United captain Bruno Fernandes told TNT Sports.It is the first time in two years that United has won four straight Premier League games, and it boosted hopes of a return to the lucrative Champions League after missing out for the last two years. Bryan Mbeumo and Fernandes scored in each half at Old Trafford in a game that saw Spurs reduced to 10 men after captain Cristian …

Manchester United continue winning run under Carrick with late 3-2 victory over Fulham

Manchester United continue winning run under Carrick with late 3-2 victory over Fulham

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3 min readUpdated: Feb 2, 2026 12:08 AM IST Manchester United’s Benjamin Sesko struck deep into stoppage time in a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Fulham on Sunday as the home side continued their resurgence under interim boss Michael Carrick. The win propelled United to fourth place in the standings on 41 points and added another statement result to Carrick’s reign, coming after wins over Manchester City and leaders Arsenal. Fulham fell to eighth. United led 2-0 after goals from Brazilians Casemiro in the 19th minute and Matheus Cunha in the 56th. But ‍Fulham battled ⁠back with Raul Jimenez scoring from the penalty spot in the 85th and then Kevin celebrated the equaliser in the 91st minute. But second-half substitute Sesko had the Old Trafford crowd roaring in the fourth minute of stoppage time after Bruno Fernandes touched the ball past Fulham’s Calvin Bassey and then picked out the Slovenian striker in the box. Sesko, who had ​hit the post minutes earlier, turned and smashed it into the ‌top corner. The victory continued United’s …

‘I don’t believe he is the man to get them winning league titles’: Roy Keane on Michael Carrick after Manchester United beat Arsenal | Football News

‘I don’t believe he is the man to get them winning league titles’: Roy Keane on Michael Carrick after Manchester United beat Arsenal | Football News

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Manchester United’s interim manager Michael Carrick pulled off two wins over the top two teams in the league, defeating leaders arsenal 3-2 on Sunday, following up with their 2-0 win vs Manchester City last week. But according to former United player Roy Keane, he is still not convincing enough to bag the United job on a permanent basis. “Two great performances but anyone can win two games. If United win every game until the end of the season, I still wouldn’t be giving him the job. I still would not be convinced he’s the man for the job. Absolutely not,” Keane said on Sky Sports. “They need a bigger and better manager. The size of the club and the challenges they face over the next few years, you want a manager you feel can get them winning league titles. Are we going to sit here and believe Michael Carrick can get United winning league titles? It’s not enough for me. I don’t believe he is the man to get them winning league titles,” he added. …

Why caretaker managers in football never land a permanent gig even when tasting early success | Football News

Why caretaker managers in football never land a permanent gig even when tasting early success | Football News

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The away end at the Emirates Stadium chanted Michael Carrick’s name. The players leapt into Carrick’s embrace when the final whistle blew, capping a liberating victory for the beleaguered Manchester United over league toppers Arsenal. There was newfound joy and bounce in their game, there was renewed optimism among their fans. Post the end of the rigid reign of Ruben Amorim, the old midfield warhorse, the caretaker manager, has instilled a sense of belief that had eluded the faithfuls with successive wins over Manchester City and Arsenal in London, the first time in nine seasons. Yet, club legend Roy Keane quipped that even if Carrick were to win the remaining games, he wouldn’t make his job permanent. “If United win every game until the end of the season, I still wouldn’t be giving him the job. I still wouldn’t be convinced he’s the man for the job. Absolutely not,” he would say. The observation offered a glimpse into the thankless world of caretakers, or “interim managers”, as is the phrase in vogue these days. It’s …

Michael Carrick takes over as Manchester United manager for remainder of 2025-26 season | Football News

Michael Carrick takes over as Manchester United manager for remainder of 2025-26 season | Football News

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Manchester United have appointed Michael Carrick as the club’s interim manager through to the end of the 2025-26 campaign, following Ruben Amorim’s exit in the first week of January, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The 44-year-old was in contention for the interim job alongside Norwegian Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who had previously overseen the side for three years between 2018 and 2021. Carrick will be in charge for 17 games before a decision on a permanent manager will be appointed later this summer. “Having the responsibility to lead Manchester United is an honour,” Carrick told the club’s official website. “I know what it takes to succeed here; my focus is now on helping the players to reach the standards that we expect at this incredible club, which we know that this group is more than capable of producing. Carrick and his coaching staff will take over with immediate effect ahead of Saturday’s derby against Manchester City. He will be will be supported by Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate, Travis Binnion, Jonny Evans and Craig Mawson. Michael Carrick …

‘The club has lost its identity, family feel’: Wayne Rooney open to Manchester United return if Carrick named manager | Football News

‘The club has lost its identity, family feel’: Wayne Rooney open to Manchester United return if Carrick named manager | Football News

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While Manchester United are in talks of finding an immediate fix of an interim manager for the remainder of the season post the exit of Ruben Amorim, club legend Wayne Rooney said that he would be open to joining the coaching cavalry of the next Red Devils gaffer. Former United midfielder Michael Carrick is currently the favourite to manage the club until the end of the season. Since Amorim’s exit, first-team duties have been handled by Darren Fletcher, who recently led the squad through a Premier League draw at Burnley and a 2-1 FA Cup exit at the hands of Brighton. Rooney rued that the 20-time Premier League champions have lost their identity, and the next manager must be the one who can understand the ethos of the club. “Whether Michael goes in or if that’s Fletch [Darren Fletcher] or John O’Shea or myself, it needs people who know the football club,” said Rooney on the BBC podcast The Wayne Rooney Show. “Roy Keane – I know Roy has had his opinions, I said about …