{
  "id": 19636531,
  "title": "Michael Carrick sacked as Man United manager with Mauricio Pochettino set to take over",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/michael-carrick-sacked-as-man-united-manager-with-mauricio-pochettino",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-12T09:55:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/11/12/michael-carrick-sacked-as-man-united-manager-with-mauricio-pochettino-set-to-take-over/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Michael Carrick's tenure as Manchester United manager came to an abrupt end following the team's abysmal start to the new Premier League season. The 45-year-old, who took over part-time in the summer after a successful stint as interim manager last year, faced a dismal run of just one win in their first 10 matches, leaving United languishing in 18th position - a mere point ahead of the relegation zone.\n\nUnited's defensive record, with 19 goals conceded so far, is the worst in Europe's top five leagues, and their overall tally of 30 goals across all competitions is a worrying trend. Their next fixture against fierce rivals Liverpool adds to the pressure. It appears Mauricio Pochettino, currently in charge of the United States National Team, is the frontrunner to replace Carrick, marking his fourth managerial role in England following spells at Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea. The move will involve a hefty £10 million release fee from Carrick's new contract, which he only signed in August.\n\nUnited's recent 4-4 draw with Aston Villa saw them fight back from two goals down, demonstrating their fighting spirit amid a series of poor results. Manager Carrick, despite acknowledging his team's struggles, expressed confidence in their abilities, stating that tight play and reduced mistakes were key to United's success. However, his players' public criticisms of his tactics and the club's decision-making had taken their toll.",
  "summary": "Manchester United are reported to have sacked manager Michael Carrick after the Premier League club suffered their worst start to a campaign in 40 years. Carrick was only given the job full-time during the summer after guiding United to a third-place finish last season and back into the Uefa Champions League while interim manager. But the 45-year-old has overseen a disastrous run of one win in 10…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Dalot gives everything for Man United, says Carrick after Villa draw",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/dalot-gives-everything-for-man-united-says-carrick-after-villa-draw",
        "published": "2026-11-09T08:56:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Man Utd set new record after 4-4 draw with Aston Villa",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/epl-man-utd-set-new-record-after-4-4-draw-with-aston-villa",
        "published": "2026-11-09T09:07:43.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "title": "Man United to sack Carrick, Pochettino emerges as potential replacement",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/man-united-to-sack-carrick-pochettino-emerges-as-potential-replacement",
        "published": "2026-11-10T15:39:25.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}