Can "Carrick" cope? Manchester United's next 5 matches pose a heavy workload.
On 12 October 2026, the schedule for Manchester United's next five matches was revealed after they drew 1-1 at home against Premier League bottom club Tottenham Hotspur, playing with only 10 men.
This result leaves Manchester United under manager Michael Carrick with their worst league start in 40 years, having earned just 6 points from the first 6 matches of the 2026-27 season, dropping to 13th place in the Premier League standings.
The next five fixtures until the end of October will truly test Michael Carrick's abilities, as United will play 4 away games and 2 UEFA Champions League 2026-27 group stage matches, as follows.
13 October 2026 (UCL group stage) Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United
18 October 2026 (Premier League) Leeds United vs Manchester United
21 October 2026 (UCL group stage) Como vs Manchester United
25 October 2026 (Premier League) Manchester United vs Bournemouth
31 October 2026 (Premier League) Chelsea vs Manchester United
