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Michael Carrick’s job is on the line after Man United were thrashed by Como, with speculation surrounding captain Bruno Fernandes’ involvement against the Cherries
Manchester United face a major Premier League test against Bournemouth with pressure mounting on Michael Carrick as the club’s latest crisis spirals out of control.
After a 4-1 Champions League thrashing at the hands of Como, speculation surrounds the future of Carrick after seven games without a win in all competitions.
After Bruno Fernandes’ outburst in Como, it remains uncertain if Carrick will retain the Portuguese as captain or even start the player in this must-win fixture.
The Cherries, meanwhile, are flying high after their Europa League win over AC Milan, but Marco Rose will be determined to improve his side’s standing in the league after just six points from as many games.
Follow all the action from Old Trafford below:
Man United face Bournemouth at Old Trafford this afternoon, with kick-off at 2pm GMT.
The match will be live on Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage starting at 12.30pm.
The conditions could be tough for football with Storm Boelo striking the UK, causing strong winds and flood warnings in Manchester
Luke Baker25 October 2026 11:58
Welcome to The Independent’s coverage of Man United v Bournemouth. It’s another huge game for United as boss Michael Carrick edges closer to disaster.
Can he keep the wolf from the door with a vital win or will the Cherries put the final nail in his coffin?
Stick with us for full live coverage of everything at Old Trafford and surrounding the game
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