Michael Carrick prepares Manchester United for upcoming Manchester City derby
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Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick addressed the media on September 11 regarding Sunday’s Premier League match against Manchester City at Old Trafford. Kick-off is scheduled for 16:30 BST. Carrick discussed his rotation options, specifically noting that Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko offer different tactical threats depending on the opposition. The manager also highlighted the growth in the squad's technical midfield, citing the contributions of Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos, and Mason Mount. While acknowledging his team has improved, Carrick stated that he is not assuming a repeat of last year's result against their rivals. The club continues to work toward its long-term strategic goals as they prepare for this high-profile fixture.
- •Manchester United faces Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday at 16:30 BST.
- •Michael Carrick stated selection between Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko depends on tactical balance.
- •Midfielders Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos, and Mason Mount are settling into new roles.
- •Carrick emphasized that the team is focused on long-term development rather than relying on previous results.
- 1:50 PMYahoo Sports — Carrick warns ‘there’s a lot riding on’ high-stakes Manchester Derby as United host leaders City at Old Trafford
- 1:48 PMYahoo Sports — Carrick shrugs off Anderson's ‘City are kings of Manchester’ claim
- 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — Carrick on forward options, Manchester derby and his own position
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Every word of Michael Carrick’s Manchester City pre-match press conference
"Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Manchester City at Old Trafford (kick-off 16:30 BST). Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko both "bring different threats" to Manchester United, with Carrick saying who is picked is dependant "a little bit on the opposition and a little bit on the balance of our team and the spaces we want to attack".
"Manchester United boss Michael Carrick would not entertain Elliot Anderson’s claim that Manchester City are the “kings of Manchester” but acknowledged “the bigger picture” ahead of Sunday’s derby. All eyes will be on Old Trafford as Enzo Maresca leads his new-look side across town eight months on from freshly appointed Carrick beating Pep Guardiola’s men 2-0 in a dream start to life in charge.
"Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said 'there's a lot riding on' on this weekend's Manchester Derby.Manchester United welcomeManchester City to Old Trafford on Sunday in the first derby of...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 1:50 PMCarrick warns ‘there’s a lot riding on’ high-stakes Manchester Derby as United host leaders City at Old Trafford
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said 'there's a lot riding on' on this weekend's Manchester Derby.Manchester United welcomeManchester City to Old Trafford on Sunday in the first derby of...
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 1:48 PMCarrick shrugs off Anderson's ‘City are kings of Manchester’ claim
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick would not entertain Elliot Anderson’s claim that Manchester City are the “kings of Manchester” but acknowledged “the bigger picture” ahead of Sunday’s derby. All eyes will be on Old Trafford as Enzo Maresca leads his new-look side across town eight months on from freshly appointed Carrick beating Pep Guardiola’s men 2-0 in a dream start to life in charge.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:31 PMCarrick on forward options, Manchester derby and his own position
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Manchester City at Old Trafford (kick-off 16:30 BST). Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko both "bring different threats" to Manchester United, with Carrick saying who is picked is dependant "a little bit on the opposition and a little bit on the balance of our team and the spaces we want to attack".
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:30 PMEvery word of Michael Carrick’s Manchester City pre-match press conference
5 Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media in the pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s Manchester derby.The conference footage is being released live, so we will publish new responses ...
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