That equals the joint-best return from the first nine games as manager from anyone in the competition's history. United's powerbrokers, though, may be wary of moving too fast by making a permanent appointment. By instinct, Carrick does not feel comfortable talking about his own part in United's advancement. However, the 44-year-old was willing to concede that having his song echoing round Old Trafford was a pleasant feeling. "The players have to take a lot of credit for that in terms of what they put on the pitch.

Source: BBC March 02, 2026 05:09 UTC