Manchester United sack manager Carrick with club in relegation zone
MANU•Manchester United dismissed manager Michael Carrick after the team won only three of 15 matches in all competitions under him this season. United are 18th in the Premier League on eight points after 10 games, one point from the bottom.
1. Carrick dismissed
Manchester United said it had dismissed manager Michael Carrick after a prolonged winless run culminated in a 4-4 home draw with Aston Villa. The club said a change was necessary after a disappointing start to the season.
2. Poor run of results
United won only three of 15 matches in all competitions under Carrick this season, including one league victory. The team is 18th on eight points after 10 games, one point from the bottom. Recent results included a 2-0 loss to Chelsea and the draw with Aston Villa, in which United scored twice in injury time.
3. Possible successor
Mauricio Pochettino, the US men's national team coach, is likely to replace Carrick and has agreed to take over the vacant post, according to reports in British media.
