Man United turn to Pochettino after Carrick pays price for transfer difficulties and dramatic slump in form
February 6, 2026 and Michael Carrick has been in charge of Manchester United for two weeks, with three wins from three games against Manchester City at home, Arsenal away and Fulham at home. The following day, United will play a Tottenham Hotspur side who, despite their own troubles, are eight unbeaten against Manchester United. Carrick gathered his players at the Carrington training ground and…
On February 6, 2026, Michael Carrick took over as the manager of Manchester United following a series of transfer difficulties and a significant drop in the team's form. Carrick, who had been a fan of the club, delivered an impassioned speech about the importance of the Munich air disaster to his players, emphasizing their connection to the history of the club.
The players responded positively to his leadership, and Carrick's calm and consistent demeanor helped restore confidence in the team. United finished the season in third place, achieving a top-five finish and Champions League football, as initially aimed by director of football Jason Wilcox. Carrick's tactical approach, utilizing a 4-2-3-1 system and focusing on the club's atmosphere, proved effective in turning the team's fortunes around.
Despite a poor start to the 2026-27 season, Carrick's leadership and the team's commitment led to a better performance, with United securing a Premier League win against Ipswich Town on August 30.
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