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Manchester United Escape Defeat with Injury-Time Double to Ease Pressure on Michael Carrick

Manchester United Escape Defeat with Injury-Time Double to Ease Pressure on Michael Carrick
English Premier League · 18:23:17 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Manchester United avoided a potentially damaging defeat after scoring twice in injury time to secure a draw, temporarily relieving pressure on manager Michael Carrick amid speculation about his future.

The result comes as the club finds itself unexpectedly close to the relegation zone, prompting calls for Carrick's dismissal from sections of the fanbase and media.

According to a report by Jason Burt in The Telegraph, Carrick may be spared for now following the dramatic late comeback, though the underlying issues that have left United fighting near the bottom of the Premier League table remain unresolved.

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