{
  "id": 19650516,
  "title": "Manchester United sack manager Carrick with club in relegation zone",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/manchester-united-sack-manager-carrick-with-club-in-relegation-zone-19650516",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T12:42:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20261112/manchester-united-sack-manager-carrick-with-club-in-relegation-zone"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United has terminated the contract of manager Michael Carrick, placing the club in the relegation zone. The decision follows a series of poor performances in all competitions under Carrick this season, with the team winning only three out of 15 matches. Carrick's tenure has been marked by frustration and criticism, having secured just one league victory. The club's statement revealed that a change was deemed necessary to pursue their ambitions, after a series of disappointing results, including a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa. Carrick faced mounting pressure following a 3-0 home loss to Bournemouth, and his handling of the team, particularly in midfield, was under scrutiny. The former United midfielder reportedly dropped captain Bruno Fernandes from the lineup against Bournemouth and failed to bring him back on during crucial moments. Despite the club's willingness to give Carrick an opportunity, the situation became inevitable, leading to his dismissal.",
  "summary": "Manchester United dismissed manager Michael Carrick on Thursday after a prolonged winless Premier League run culminated in a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at Old Trafford last weekend, leaving the struggling team mired in the relegation zone. United have won only three of their 15 matches in all competitions under Carrick this season — including one league victory — leaving them 18th in the table…",
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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."
}