Manchester United sack manager Carrick: reports

Manchester United sacked manager Michael Carrick on Thursday after their worst-ever start to a Premier League campaign, with USA boss Mauricio Pochettino expected to replace him, according to widespread reports.

Manchester United's English head coach Michael Carrick reacts during the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Aston Villa at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on November 8, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Former United midfielder Carrick led the team to an impressive third-place finish last season but they have taken just eight points from 10 games in the current campaign and are mired in the relegation zone.