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‘Angry’ Carrick on the brink as Fernandes hits out at Manchester United tactics

Michael Carrick’s future as Manchester United manager is in the balance after the club’s humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat away against Como on Wednesday. Before Bournemouth’s visit to Old Trafford on Sunday his future may be discussed by Jason Wilcox…

By Jamie Jackson · The Guardian

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:15 PM

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Michael Carrick faces pressure after Bruno Fernandes criticized Manchester United's tactics following a 4-1 loss to Como.
Como defeated Manchester United 4-1 behind goals from Nico Paz, Tasos Douvikas, and Jacobo Ramón.
Captain Bruno Fernandes claimed the tactical staff chose not to press man-to-man, giving Como too much confidence.

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Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure as Manchester United manager following a 4-1 Champions League defeat against Como on Wednesday. Club captain Bruno Fernandes openly criticized the staff's decision not to press high, while an angry Carrick defended his setup by accusing his players of failing to run. Carrick also apologized directly to the traveling supporters at full-time.

Como secured the victory behind two goals from Nico Paz and additional strikes from Tasos Douvikas and Jacobo Ramón, while Joshua Zirkzee scored late for United. The loss leaves United with only two victories across 11 matches this season ahead of their upcoming Premier League fixture against Bournemouth.

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‘Angry’ Carrick on the brink as Fernandes hits out at Manchester United tactics

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