Former Bournemouth winger Marc Pugh has backed Eddie Howe to take over from under-fire head coach Michael Carrick at Manchester United. The 48-year-old tactician has emerged as a leading contender for the Old Trafford hotseat after Wednesday's humbling 4-1 Champions League defeat away at Como extended the club's winless run.
Two wins from eleven, 13th in the league, and humbled at Como. If the axe falls, INEOS reportedly have three realistic names on their list: Nagelsmann, Howe, and Conte. We put the numbers against the noise.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has become the latest Premier League footballer to have his home targeted by burglars while away on European duty. Three masked intruders broke into the Portuguese midfielder's £4 million Cheshire property during Wednesday night's Champions League fixture against Como in northern Italy.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on the current squad, labelling senior stars "babies" who are unwilling to accept responsibility for the club's mounting crisis. The former captain did not hold back after Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez publicly questioned the club's tactical direction and recruitment.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has delivered a second explosive interview following their humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como. The Portuguese midfielder heavily criticised the club's lingering reliance on historical success, demanding an immediate shift in mentality from both players and staff to halt their dismal run of form.
Manchester United have reportedly reached a final decision regarding potential disciplinary action against club captain Bruno Fernandes following his explosive post-match interview. The Portuguese midfielder did not hold back in his assessment of Michael Carrick’s tactical approach after the Red Devils were humbled by Como in the Champions League.
Michael Carrick finds himself in a precarious position at Old Trafford as Manchester United prepare for a pivotal Premier League meeting with Bournemouth. The former midfielder is fighting to save his managerial tenure following a string of poor results that has left the club's hierarchy weighing up his long-term future.
Manchester United players were granted a pre-arranged day off on Thursday following their humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como. Manager Michael Carrick faces intense pressure as his struggling squad prepares to regroup ahead of a crucial Premier League clash.
Manchester United have reportedly identified Julian Nagelsmann as their primary target to succeed Michael Carrick as the pressure reaches a breaking point at Old Trafford. The former Bayern Munich and Germany boss is said to be open to a move to the Premier League following a disastrous run of form for the Red Devils.
Youri Tielemans joining Manchester United “surprised” Philippe Albert, but the former Belgium international has admitted to GOAL that it is “difficult to say no” when the Red Devils come calling. Another Premier League-proven addition to the Old Trafford engine room was made in the summer of 2026, with a boyhood dream being fulfilled in the process.
Manchester United co-owners INEOS have handed director of football Jason Wilcox full authority to determine whether under-fire head coach Michael Carrick remains in charge at Old Trafford. Club chiefs are assessing their options after Wednesday's humbling 4-1 Champions League defeat away at Como compounded a dismal start to the campaign.
Former England international Joe Cole has launched a scathing attack on Bruno Fernandes for publicly questioning Michael Carrick's tactics following Manchester United's heavy defeat. The outspoken pundit slammed the Red Devils captain for undermining his manager on live television after blaming the coaching staff for a passive display.
Belgium have been warned that they will be in “big trouble” when the day comes for Romelu Lukaku to retire, with Philippe Albert telling GOAL that the record-setting frontman is “one of the best strikers ever”. That big billing is supported by an impressive goal tally and enviable collection of major trophies, with the current Fenerbahce star boasting a weighty counter argument to any critics.
Cesc Fabregas has opened up on his "regret" following Como’s sensational 4-1 victory over Manchester United in the Champions League. Despite masterminding one of the most significant results in the Italian club's history, the former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder admitted to making a tactical error that cost his side a clean sheet.
Manchester United’s season has plunged into further chaos following a humiliating Champions League defeat that saw internal tensions boil over. Reports have emerged of a heated confrontation between head coach Michael Carrick and forward Matheus Cunha as the Red Devils' winless run continues to haunt Old Trafford.
Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has launched a scathing assessment of his old club following Wednesday's humiliating Champions League thrashing away at Como. The Bulgarian pundit questioned the players' effort as Cesc Fabregas' Serie A outfit dismantled the visitors in torrential rain in Italy.
Jamie Carragher has launched a scathing attack on Bruno Fernandes, labelling the Manchester United captain an "absolute disgrace" following a public disagreement with manager Michael Carrick. The fallout comes after the Red Devils suffered a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat at the hands of Italian debutants Como.
Manchester United’s season hit a new low on Wednesday night as a disastrous 4-1 defeat to Como sparked a public war of words between Michael Carrick and Bruno Fernandes. The humiliating Champions League result has left the manager’s future in serious doubt after a performance that lacked both tactical discipline and physical effort.
Como head coach Cesc Fabregas has urged his players to remain grounded after orchestrating a stunning Champions League demolition of Manchester United on Wednesday night. The Spanish tactician watched his fearless Serie A outfit run riot at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia to pile immense pressure on visiting boss Michael Carrick.
Como playmaker Nico Paz has hailed his team-mates after scoring twice and providing an assist in Wednesday's stunning 4-1 Champions League rout of Manchester United. The Argentine star inspired Cesc Fabregas' fearless side to a famous victory at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia that heaps pressure on visiting boss Michael Carrick.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has launched a scathing assessment of Michael Carrick's tactical set-up following a disastrous night in Europe. The Red Devils were dismantled 4-1 by Italian side Como, leaving their manager's future hanging by a thread after a performance that lacked both identity and aggression.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has delivered a scathing assessment of his team following a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como. The former midfielder offered a sincere apology to the travelling supporters after witnessing what he described as an unacceptable performance in Italy.
Manchester United suffered a bruising 4-1 defeat at the hands of Como in the Champions League group stage. Despite a late strike from Joshua Zirkzee, Michael Carrick's side were outclassed by Cesc Fabregas' clinical outfit.
Cesc Fabregas masterminded a dominant 4-1 victory over Manchester United, exposing Michael Carrick's defensive frailties through superior positional play. Nico Paz proved the difference-maker, thriving in the spaces between United's disjointed midfield and backline.
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