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Carrick Frustrated After United's Only Loss; De Ligt's Future Uncertain

3/20/2026

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Michael Carrick, interim manager of Manchester United, expressed frustration after the 2-1 loss to Newcastle, the only defeat in his nine-match tenure.
Carrick stressed that managing emotions is essential in elite sport.
Defender Matthijs de Ligt has not played since November due to a back issue.
De Ligt's return this season remains uncertain.
Carrick refrained from discussing possible surgery and emphasized patience in the recovery.

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Michael Carrick, interim manager of Manchester United, expressed frustration after the 2-1 loss to Newcastle, the only defeat in his nine-match tenure.
Carrick stressed that managing emotions is essential in elite sport.
Defender Matthijs de Ligt has not played since November due to a back issue.
De Ligt's return this season remains uncertain.
Carrick refrained from discussing possible surgery and emphasized patience in the recovery.