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Manchester United

Also known as: Man United · Manchester United F.C.

English football club managed by Michael Carrick, currently winless in eight matches and one point above relegation.

2026-04-252026-10-31

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … It follows Pro Ref admitting to an “error of judgement” in awarding Erling Haaland’s winning goal for Manchester City at Manchester United on Sunday. …

    No weekend game for Manchester derby VAR officials
  3. Joy Online

    Erling Haaland’s goal helped Manchester City win a highly controversial Manchester derby at rivals Manchester United despite playing with 10 men for more than 70 minutes. …

    Haaland scores controversial winner for 10-man City at Man Utd
  4. Joy Online

    … The left-back, who has been the subject of interest from Manchester United, has agreed a two-year extension to his original deal. …

    Lewis Hall signs new contract with Newcastle until 2031
  5. Joy Online

    … City have started the season in perfect fashion, claiming four straight victories in the Premier League and Champions League, but face their sternest test so far with a trip to Manchester United on Sunday (kick-off 16:30 BST). …

    New Man City signings desperate to win – Dias
  6. Joy Online

    … Barcelona had the option of signing the Manchester United forward on a permanent basis for £30.3m (35m euros) at the end of his 12-month loan. …

    Gordon a better fit for Barca than Rashford – Deco
  7. Joy Online

    … After their opener against Leipzig, Como will also face Feyenoord, Manchester United, Lens, AEK Athens, Real Betis, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona in their maiden European campaign.

    Como chiefs giving up seats to older fans for Champions League debut
  8. Joy Online

    There are positives for Manchester United to take from their 2-2 draw at Everton. …

    Manchester United cannot ignore more dropped points despite positives
  9. Joy Online

    … Liverpool and Manchester United are next on Fulham’s league fixture list before the extended September and October international break. …

    Fulham booed off after third defeat in a row
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    … Former Manchester United player, ⁠McTominay, has developed a “mild, benign arrhythmia,” a condition that causes irregular heartbeat, the Serie A side said in a statement. …

    McTominay out for a month with heart issue
  11. Joy Online

    … The United States striker is understood to have decided not to go ahead with the move. …

    Balogun’s Everton deal collapses after he walks away

Yesterday

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo wins Ballon d'Or of All Time award

    Cristiano Ronaldo won a special fan vote organized by France Football to determine the greatest individual Ballon d'Or-winning campaign in soccer history, beating Lionel Messi's 2012 season with his 2008 campaign. Ronaldo dedicated the recognition to supporters who backed him in the vote.

    30 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 29 October

  1. Carrick confirms Fernandes remains Manchester United captain

    Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says Bruno Fernandes is "fully committed" to the club and will continue as captain after benching the Portuguese midfielder for Sunday's 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. The pair held clear-the-air talks on Tuesday following Fernandes's questioning of tactics in a 4-1 Champions League defeat by Como.

    29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Manchester United coach Carrick, captain Fernandes hold clear-the-air talks

    Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes held private talks at the club's training ground on Tuesday to air issues. Fernandes, 32, was an unused substitute during United's 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Sunday after criticising Carrick's tactics following a 4-1 Champions League loss to Como.

    29 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Fourth-tier Fleetwood stun Arsenal in League Cup penalty shootout

    Fleetwood Town beat 10-man Arsenal 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the League Cup last 16 on Tuesday at Highbury Stadium. Arsenal's Max Dowman was sent off after an altercation near the halfway line, and Fleetwood goalkeeper Lynch's crucial saves secured a quarter-final spot for the fourth-tier side.

    29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 28 October

  1. Carrick retains Manchester United manager role for Chelsea

    Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their weekend trip to Chelsea, despite a poor start to the season and speculation about potential replacements. Carrick's side are looking to end a run of eight matches without a win in all competitions.

    28 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Carrick stays as Man United boss for Chelsea match

    Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United head coach for Saturday's match against Chelsea despite the team's struggles, after the club's director of football and chief executive met to discuss his future on Monday. United are without a win in eight matches and sit just one point above the relegation zone.

    28 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 26 October

  1. Man City's defensive struggles cost them Premier League perfection

    Manchester City's unbeaten start ended in a 2-1 home loss to Aston Villa, with goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and defender Marc Guehi drawing concern after combining for six errors leading to Premier League goals since last season. City have managed only one clean sheet in their past six games, whilst title rivals Arsenal moved level on points at the top with a 2-0 win over Everton.

    26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 25 October

  1. Bournemouth defeat Manchester United 3-0 at home

    Manchester United lost 3-0 to Bournemouth at home, extending their winless run to eight games. Manager Michael Carrick faced increased pressure after the defeat, with star player Bruno Fernandes left on the substitutes bench despite United trailing 2-0 at half-time.

    25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 24 October

  1. Manchester United boss Carrick refuses ruling out dropping Fernandes

    Michael Carrick delivered an emotional address before Manchester United's match against Bournemouth, refusing to rule out dropping captain Bruno Fernandes. The remarks came after a run of seven games without a win, including a 4-1 Champions League defeat by Como.

    24 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 23 October

  1. Andre Onana involved in high-speed car crash, discharged

    Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, on loan with Turkish club Trabzonspor, was involved in a high-speed car crash on Thursday evening and was rushed to hospital for medical checks before being discharged. Trabzonspor confirmed Onana had "no problems" following the incident.

    23 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Fernandes criticises United tactics after Como defeat

    Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said his side failed to apply enough pressure and adopted a "mood of defeat" after conceding early in a 4-1 Champions League loss at Como. Fernandes questioned the coaching staff's decision not to press man-to-man, saying United needed to be braver under pressure.

    23 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Rice rescues Arsenal with late goal at Bayern Munich

    Declan Rice scored in the 82nd minute to earn Arsenal a 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Arsenal took an early lead through Eberechi Eze's goal, Bayern equalized and then went ahead through Harry Kane, but Rice's late finish secured a point.

    23 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Fernandes keeps captaincy after criticizing Carrick tactics

    Bruno Fernandes will remain as Manchester United captain and face no discipline for post-match criticism of head coach Michael Carrick following a 4-1 Champions League defeat by Como. Fernandes criticized Carrick's tactics and said it was the coaching staff's role to spot issues and adapt, though the club acknowledged his frustration was understandable given the manner of the loss.

    22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Manchester United suffers 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como

    Manchester United lost 4-1 to Como in the Champions League, one of the worst European nights in their history. The defeat piles pressure on manager Michael Carrick, with United becoming the first English team to concede in the first two minutes of consecutive major European matches.

    22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Fernandes criticises Carrick tactics after Manchester United's 4-1 loss

    Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes publicly questioned head coach Michael Carrick's tactical decisions following a 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, suggesting the team should have pressed higher and been braver under pressure. Carrick responded by emphasising the importance of player effort and running, rather than engaging directly with the tactical critique.

    22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Dwight Yorke expresses interest in Ghana Black Stars coaching role

    Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reiterated his interest in coaching Ghana's Black Stars, citing the country's footballing history and quality of available players. The position became vacant following Carlos Queiroz's departure after Ghana's poor start to 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with consecutive defeats to Ivory Coast and The Gambia.

    21 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Dwight Yorke reaffirms interest in Ghana Black Stars coaching role

    Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reaffirmed his desire to become head coach of Ghana's Black Stars, citing the country's footballing history and quality of available players. Yorke believes the national team has the talent required but needs the right culture and commitment from players to succeed.

    21 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 19 October

  1. Chelsea goalkeeper Martinez expects return in weeks after jaw surgery

    Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 34, sustained a broken jaw after colliding with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League victory on Saturday and underwent successful surgery. He expects to return to action in a few weeks, with 21-year-old Mike Penders replacing him in goal.

    19 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Manchester United draws with Leeds in Premier League

    Manchester United drew with Leeds United at Elland Road, extending the visitors' winless run to six games. Bryan Mbeumo put Leeds ahead before the break, but Dominic Calvert-Lewin equalized after the interval, with neither side finding a winner.

    19 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 16 October

  1. Getafe makes formal offer to sign Jadon Sancho

    Spanish side Getafe have made a formal offer to sign former Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, who is currently without a club after his contract expired in the summer. The 26-year-old is considering several options as he searches for his next destination.

    16 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Manchester United's Martinez apologizes for criticism of club hierarchy

    Lisandro Martinez apologized for controversial remarks he made criticizing Manchester United's hierarchy after a Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, and was formally fined by the club following talks with leadership and manager Michael Carrick on Thursday.

    16 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Lisandro Martinez attacks Man Utd board over squad investment

    Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has criticized the club's hierarchy for failing to strengthen the squad despite qualifying for the Champions League, saying "I expect more from our technical director." United have won just one of their last nine matches this season.

    13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Man United faces Atletico Madrid amid injury concerns

    Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick is uncertain about the fitness of Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw ahead of the Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid. Both players are regarded as major doubts, with a final decision to be made before the match.

    13 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 12 October

  1. Burnham held one formal meeting with Manchester City chairman

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham had one formal meeting with Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in October 2021 while mayor of Greater Manchester, at the UK Government's Global Investment Summit. He also met Al Mubarak informally in the stands at a City home fixture in September 2019.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Clarence Seedorf appointed Corinthians head coach

    Former Netherlands midfielder Clarence Seedorf has been appointed head coach of Brazilian club Corinthians on a contract until the end of 2027. The 50-year-old takes over from Fernando Diniz, who was sacked after seven consecutive league losses, with the club 16th in the top flight and facing a relegation battle with eight games remaining.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 11 October

  1. De Zerbi praises Bentancur's red card, says Spurs needed character

    Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi praised midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur after his red card for headbutting Luke Shaw in a 1-1 draw against Manchester United, saying the incident showed the character and spark the club needed, despite the 10-man disadvantage allowing Spurs to salvage a point.

    11 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Solanke late goal earns Spurs draw against Manchester United

    Dominic Solanke scored in stoppage time to salvage a 1–1 draw for 10-man Tottenham at Manchester United after Bryan Mbeumo had given United the lead. Spurs were reduced to ten men when Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off for headbutting Luke Shaw, but Solanke's header secured a point.

    10 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

  1. Arsenal host Leeds United after international break

    Arsenal and Leeds United meet at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday following the international break, with Arsenal seeking to recover from a 3-0 loss to Brighton while Leeds remain unbeaten in the Premier League after five matches.

    9 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Ronaldo says he deserves punishment but won't retire

    Cristiano Ronaldo said he will not retire from international football but should be punished for walking out on Portugal's Nations League camp, accusing head coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word about playing time against Norway and Denmark.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Portugal boss says Ronaldo door open for return

    Jorge Jesus says Cristiano Ronaldo can still return to Portugal's national team if he chooses to, after the 41-year-old left the Nations League camp when dropped as a starter against Denmark. Jesus, who has managed Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, said the decision to return rests with Ronaldo.

    6 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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