Pochettino takes Manchester United job before Newcastle visit

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 08:31 · Archive

Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed Manchester United manager ahead of their December fixture at Newcastle.

Mauricio Pochettino has been confirmed as Manchester United's new head coach, replacing Michael Carrick. His first major fixture will be against Newcastle United at St James' Park on 2 December, ahead of his first game in charge against Liverpool at Anfield following the international break.

Pochettino's appointment comes at a time when Manchester United languish in the bottom three of the Premier League. Newcastle, also in the bottom three, will view the fixture as an opportunity for three points, particularly with the Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland just days later.

However, Pochettino brings a significant track record against Newcastle. According to ChronicleLive, he has beaten Newcastle on nine occasions across 16 meetings during his time managing Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea. Only his record against Crystal Palace, where he has 13 wins, is better. Newcastle have enjoyed some success, with six wins against Pochettino's sides. The Magpies faithful may harbour concerns about facing a manager with such a strong record against them, though it remains possible Pochettino could be under pressure by December given Manchester United's current league position.

How it is being reported

• Manchester United release official statement as Newcastle United impactedManchester United will have a new manager when they take on Newcastle United early next month.Shields Gazette · 14 Nov, 08:00
• Mauricio Pochettino alarming Newcastle record, but Man United pressure may grow for St James' clashManchester United have confirmed the Argentinian as their new head coach, with Newcastle one of his first opponentsChronicleLive · 13 Nov, 13:11

In this story: Mauricio Pochettino · Newcastle United · Manchester United · Michael Carrick · St James' Park · Sunderland

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