Michael Carrick updates fitness status for Luke Shaw and Benjamin Sesko

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Michael Carrick updates fitness status for Luke Shaw and Benjamin Sesko
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United manager Michael Carrick provided fitness updates for Luke Shaw and Benjamin Sesko ahead of the team's Champions League match against Sabah FK. Shaw missed training on Wednesday due to an extra recovery day following his appearance in the weekend draw against Everton. Carrick noted that managing individual player recovery remains part of the team's ongoing process. Meanwhile, Benjamin Sesko continues to build fitness after struggling with a shin injury sustained at the end of last season. Although Benjamin Sesko has not started a match since returning from the injury, Carrick confirmed he is close to making his first start. This match marks United's first appearance in the Champions League competition since 2023.

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  • Luke Shaw missed Wednesday training for an extra recovery day.
  • Benjamin Sesko is nearing a return to the starting lineup.
  • United faces Sabah FK in their first Champions League match since 2023.
  • Michael Carrick manages the squad's recovery after the weekend match against Everton.
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  • 1:10 PMYahoo SportsCarrick explains why Shaw missed training and gives Sesko fitness update
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Michael Carrick revealed Luke Shaw could be in contention to play against Sabah FK despite missing training on Wednesday.United trained early on Wednesday ahead of their first Champions League match s...

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