Harry Maguire breaks silence on Man United sacking Michael Carrick with eight-word message

Maguire posted a tribute to Carrick on Instagram after United sacked the manager following their worst 10-game start in 40 years.

Manchester United sacked head coach Michael Carrick on Thursday morning after a dismal start to the season. The club sits 18th in the Premier League with just eight points from 10 matches — their worst domestic campaign opening in 40 years. Carrick, who had signed a two-year contract last summer, guided United to third place and 12 wins in 17 games during the 2025/26 season but could not arrest the decline this term.

Defender Harry Maguire, who featured in all 10 of United's league matches under Carrick, posted a message of support on Instagram alongside a photograph of the pair. "Will always be a legend. Respect. Thank you," Maguire wrote. The club's statement acknowledged Carrick's professionalism and said it intends to appoint a permanent successor quickly.