Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Manchester United Stuns City in Carrick's Debut
Michael Carrick started his second temporary spell as Manchester United's coach with a big win against Manchester City.
His team scored two goals in the second half to win 2-0.
Meanwhile, Arsenal, who are at the top of the league, couldn't win their game against Nottingham Forest and had to settle for a 0-0 draw.
They felt they should have been given a penalty.
Tottenham lost to West Ham, which makes things harder for their coach, Thomas Frank.
Liverpool also couldn't win, drawing 1-1 with Burnley.
These results mean Arsenal are still seven points ahead, but other teams like Aston Villa have a chance to catch up.
Michael Carrick's Manchester United defeated Manchester City 2-0 in his first game as interim coach.
Arsenal drew 0-0 with Nottingham Forest, missing a chance to extend their lead at the top.
Tottenham lost 1-2 to West Ham, increasing pressure on manager Thomas Frank.
Liverpool drew 1-1 with Burnley, failing to secure a win.
Aston Villa has the opportunity to close the gap on Arsenal with a win over Everton.
- Who
- Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Tottenham, West Ham, Liverpool, Burnley
- What
- Premier League matches with significant results and managerial changes
- When
- Saturday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Old Trafford (Manchester United vs. Manchester City), City Ground (Arsenal vs. Nottingham Forest), Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (Tottenham vs. West Ham), Anfield (Liverpool vs. Burnley)
- Why
- Regular Premier League fixtures with notable outcomes and managerial debuts
- Teams
- Manchester United vs. Manchester City, Arsenal vs. Nottingham Forest, Tottenham vs. West Ham, Liverpool vs. Burnley
- Scores
- Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City, Arsenal 0-0 Nottingham Forest, Tottenham 1-2 West Ham, Liverpool 1-1 Burnley
- Key Players
- Bryan Mbeumo, Patrick Dorgu (Manchester United), Michael Carrick (Manchester United coach), Pep Guardiola (Manchester City coach), Mikel Arteta (Arsenal coach)
- Significant Events
- Michael Carrick's first game as Manchester United's interim coach, Arsenal's missed penalty claim, Tottenham's defeat
- Standings Impact
- Arsenal remain seven points clear at the top, Tottenham's pressure increases, Aston Villa can close the gap