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How Carrick won the Man United job, then lost it 10 months later
Michael Carrick performed excellently as a caretaker and impressed the club hierarchy, but doubts over Manchester United's performances and identity never fully disappeared.
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Reaction as Man United sack Michael Carrick as manager
Manchester United have sacked manager Michael Carrick after a poor run of results. Catch up on the latest reaction to the news.
What does Pochettino need to change to make Man United successful?
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- Sources: Man United hope to seal Pochettino deal on Thursday
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- Arsenal get 'big boost' with 'resilient' draw at UWCL holders Barcelona
- Cristiano Ronaldo's son makes Portugal U17 debut
- Singapore coach Lee confirms contract extension talks since Asian Cup postponement
- Scholes: Pochettino has 'presence' to be Man Utd boss
- Messi up for record 3rd MLS MVP award; Sullivan, 17, gets historic nomination
- Klopp promises Nmecha won't repeat controversial crown celebration
- Argentina coach Scaloni signs new long-term deal through 2030 World Cup
- Andorra keeper to decide if or when he returns after De Miguel death
- Rock-bottom Crystal Palace dismiss boss Sage after 5 months in charge
UEFA NATIONS LEAGUE
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England mark Harry Kane's night with a win, but defense remains a concern
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How Harry Kane rose to win Ballon d'Or and became an England legend
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Inconsistencies continue for Arsenal, even against a vulnerable Barcelona
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TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye move for Brentford's Diouf
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CHANGE COMING AT UNITED?
USMNT or Manchester United: Pros and cons of Pochettino's options
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Nicol: Manchester United showing Carrick no respect over Pochettino talks
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TIME FOR CHANGE?
Should the Olympic women's football tournament switch to under-23s?
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Why Messi won't be 'doing a Wrexham' as owner of non-league club Cornellà
PREMIER LEAGUE IN FOCUS
Premier League overreactions: Arsenal's top title rivals are ... Brighton?!
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Think less, run more: The rise of man-marking in the Premier League
Top Headlines
- Sources: Man United hope to seal Pochettino deal on Thursday
- Australia friendly with Jordan relocated due to player security concerns
- Italy beat France at home for first time since '62, hand Zidane 1st loss
- Arsenal get 'big boost' with 'resilient' draw at UWCL holders Barcelona
- Cristiano Ronaldo's son makes Portugal U17 debut
- Singapore coach Lee confirms contract extension talks since Asian Cup postponement
- Scholes: Pochettino has 'presence' to be Man Utd boss
- Messi up for record 3rd MLS MVP award; Sullivan, 17, gets historic nomination
- Klopp promises Nmecha won't repeat controversial crown celebration
- Argentina coach Scaloni signs new long-term deal through 2030 World Cup
- Andorra keeper to decide if or when he returns after De Miguel death
- Rock-bottom Crystal Palace dismiss boss Sage after 5 months in charge
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Ranking every FIFA World Cup from 1930 to 2026
Spain's romp to victory in 2026 capped a brilliant World Cup. But where did this summer rank in the all-time record?
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World Cup 2030 Way-Too-Early Power Rankings: Who is No. 1?
The 2026 World Cup is over, and we're already itching to look ahead to 2030. So, we asked our reporters to vote for the top teams they expect to contend in four years' time. Who made the cut?
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Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Anna Harrington, Sam Lewis, and Marissa Lordanic as they dissect all the latest news in women's football.
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