Michael Carrick masterminded another bombshell result as caretaker Manchester United manager to keep the Premier League race very much in the balance. His first match in charge resulted in a defeat over Manchester City last week, and this time he nearly went one better at the home of the title leaders. Their first home defeat of the season will not necessarily prove fatal to their title hopes, but it will take a lot to come back from mentally. Timber appeared to beat Martinez to the loose ball , but the ball ultimately span into the goal off the United defender’s boot. A big half-time for both managers too, albeit with more on the line for Arteta and his title hopes.

Source: Irish Examiner January 25, 2026 18:42 UTC