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  "id": 15007735,
  "title": "Michael Carrick must escape cycle of Manchester United circus and its old ghosts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/michael-carrick-must-escape-cycle-of-manchester-united-circus-and-its",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-16T17:48:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
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    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/michael-carrick-must-escape-cycle-160059548.html"
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  "account": "For a decade, Manchester United has had a player, Michael Carrick, who could handle interviews after losses without controversy. When Atletico Madrid defeated United 2-0, it wasn't Carrick who spoke. The manager faced the fallout from Lisandro Martinez's criticism. Carrick met Martinez and United's key figures, apologizing for his outburst. Carrick stated that Martinez had apologized and that it was enough for everyone to move forward. The manager recognized that the team was emotional and passionate about their work. However, United's recent performance has been disappointing, with only two wins in nine games. Martinez was upset about United's lack of investment and depth in their squad. Carrick noted that the team had only lost six of their last 31 league matches and that their spirit was strong. The recent events have changed quickly, and United needs to change the narrative of their season in a dramatic way.",
  "summary": "IN FOCUS : As a return to Elland Road brings memories of Ruben Amorim’s demise, another explosive interview and the latest criticism of United’s hierarchy leaves Carrick needing a result to change the narrative of their unravelling season. By Richard Jolly",
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