Manchester United defeated Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford, receiving praise from various sports figures.
Michael Carrick’s return as interim manager saw a revitalized performance that pleased both fans and observers.
Goals from Bryan Mbuemo and Patrick Dorgu secured a significant win, marking Manchester City’s first Premier League defeat in a while.
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Justin Rose and Usain Bolt praise Michael Carrick and Manchester United
Prominent sports figures showed support for Manchester United’s strong performance under Michael Carrick.
Olympic champion Usain Bolt and golfer Justin Rose took to social media to express their reactions after the match.
Rose, a longtime supporter of the club, tweeted before the match: “Big fan of Michael Carrick! Good luck today and the rest of the season at Manchester United in the new job!!” This highlighted his confidence in Carrick’s leadership.
Following the match, Bolt echoed this sentiment, writing: “Good win my team.. let’s now build on this Manchester United.” His post reflected the optimism felt in the stadium as fans celebrated a disciplined display.
Carrick’s tactics inspire confidence at Old Trafford
Carrick described Old Trafford as “a magical place” and witnessed his team deliver a performance that even Pep Guardiola acknowledged Manchester City struggled to replicate.
Manchester United displayed their best league performance of the season, showcasing renewed confidence and structure from key players like Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo.
Carrick commended his players for balancing intensity with control, calling it “a great start,” while emphasizing that “consistency is the key to success.”
This victory not only boosted United’s season but also rekindled belief among fans and former players. For Carrick, the focus now is on maintaining the composure that transformed a challenging fixture into a decisive statement.
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