Sports · 25 July 2026

Carrick is first Man Utd boss in four to lose an opening pre-season game

Michael Carrick, the new Manchester United manager, has won one and lost one of his first two pre-season matches. Carrick is the only one of the last four United managers to lose an opening pre-season game. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Erik ten Hag were both victorious in their initial two matches, while Ruben Amorim secured one win and one draw.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 July 2026 at 9:55

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