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18 September 2026

'Not a catastrophe' - Carrick dismisses Man Utd job fears

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'Not a catastrophe' - Carrick dismisses Man Utd job fears

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says there is no point wasting any time worrying if his job is under threat.

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