Carrick's restoration of United's dogged spirit has Old Trafford crackling again | John Brewin

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Manchester United's Resurgence is Built on Solid Ground

The 3-1 victory over Manchester City at Old Trafford, marked by a spirited display from Michael Carrick's team, has reignited hopes among United fans that their club can reclaim its former glory. The City team, once the benchmark for excellence in English football, now appears to be in disarray, with Pep Guardiola's influence waning.

Guardiola, who had once been the benchmark of success, now seems to be struggling to maintain his team's composure and discipline. The Spaniard's reliance on his star players has become a weakness, as evident from City's reliance on Erling Haaland for goals and Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo for set-piece delivery. The trio's lack of cohesion was exposed when United pressed hard, staying compact as a unit and occasioning the better chances.

The turning point came when Kobbie Mainoo showed flashes of promise in midfield, digging in with Casemiro against City's Rodri, Phil Foden, and Bernardo Silva. This display of teamwork and pressing has given United a much-needed boost. Carrick's advice to his players to "use the energy of the people" clearly resonated, as the team fed off the crowd's energy.

On the other hand, City's struggle with discipline is evident in their inability to stay successful while in a rebuilding process. The high price tag for renovations has not yielded the desired results, and the squad is riddled with wastage. Even Gianluigi Donnarumma, the keeper who was not supposed to suit Guardiola's doctrines, has been a palatable hit.

Donnarumma's second-half double save from Amad and Casemiro reminded that for all the high-minded ideals of a ball-playing keeper, making saves will always be the most important part of the job. The Italian's celebrations after each stop were evidence of the increasing pressure and emotional energy that City eventually collapsed under.

The fact that United is now capable of beating City 3-1 in a Manchester derby suggests that there may still be life in the Old Trafford myth. Carrick, who has been appointed manager for the second time, seems to have found a way to feed off the team's spirit and legacy. The return to the Champions League looks possible, as United continues to make progress under his leadership.

While City fans will no doubt take comfort in knowing that their team is still capable of producing spectacular displays, it remains to be seen how they will fare in the long term. One thing is certain, however: Carrick's United has a newfound sense of purpose and determination, which could take them far in the coming seasons.
 
this article makes me think that man utd is actually built on some legit stuff 💯 unlike last season when we all thought it was just carrick being lucky lol what's next tho? are they gonna challenge liverpool for the epl title? 🤔
 
🤔 Manchester United's resurgence is kinda cool I guess? They're playing some decent football now 👍 Carrick seems to know what he's doing, and that City team is just a mess 🤦‍♂️. Guardiola's got too many egos in his squad, if you ask me 😒. Kobbie Mainoo is looking promising tho 🌟 might be the future of United midfield 💪
 
Manchester United finally doing something right 🙄. I mean, it's not like they've been irrelevant for years or anything. It's all about teamwork and feeding off the crowd's energy... yawn. Carrick's just a lucky manager who stumbled into a good squad and figured out how to get them playing together. And City's struggles are no surprise, considering they spent top dollar on renovations that haven't panned out 🤑. Donnarumma's saves were probably just luck too, but hey, at least he's not as overhyped as some of his teammates 😒. Still, you have to give credit where credit is due - United might actually be a contender again... for now ⏰.
 
just saw this thread and i'm loving it lol man utd's resurgence is actually kinda convincing 🤔 carrick's team playing with a lot of energy and spirit, they're not relying on just one or two superstars to win games. and yeah city's discipline is shot rn, pep's influence isn't as strong as it used to be 👊 donnarumma's saves were insane tho, gotta give him props for keeping city in the game 🙌
 
I'm loving this resurgence from Manchester United 🙌! It's like they've finally tapped into that old magic at Old Trafford 💫. I think it's great to see Michael Carrick leading the charge – his experience is just what the team needed 🔥. And let's be real, City's struggles are a bit of a wake-up call for Guardiola 🤔. He needs to mix things up and get those players working together as one unit, you know? Donnarumma's saves were mental 😲! But yeah, United's on the rise and that Champions League spot is looking more likely by the day ⚽️. One thing I love about Carrick's approach is how he's feeding off the energy of the crowd – it's like they're all working as one big team again 🌟. Bring on the comeback! 💪
 
The resurgence of Manchester United seems legit 🤔 but I'm not buying into it just yet. The City team looked really sloppy out there, like they were expecting to get away with it. And what's up with their reliance on a few players? It's like they're playing the same old game plan, waiting for Haaland to score again.

I'm also not convinced by Carrick as the new manager. He's got some experience under his belt but has he ever managed in the modern era of football? I think United need someone who can adapt to the changing landscape, not just stick with traditional tactics.

And let's be real, the City team is still a top-notch squad and they'll bounce back from this slump. They've got too much talent and depth to stay down for long 🤷‍♂️.
 
Ugh 🤕 Manchester City's downfall is still kinda sad tho... Pep Guardiola's gone from being this football genius to struggling to keep his team together 🤔 they're relying too much on those 3 players already... Erling Haaland, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo can't save the squad on their own 😬 Donnarumma's been a decent signing tho 👍 at least he's not making silly saves anymore 🙄 United beating them 3-1 is still kinda impressive though... Carrick's finally got his team looking like they know what they're doing 💪 but it's all gonna get ruined when the bigger clubs come after them, mark my words 😒
 
🤕 Manchester City's downfall is starting to show 🌪️ their reliance on Erling Haaland for goals is like wearing one shoe 💔 and Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo are no better than the rest of the squad 👎 Carrick's team on the other hand seems solid 🔒 got some young talent and they're playing with heart ❤️ don't know how long this will last but Manchester United's resurgence is looking pretty good for now 🤞
 
⚽️ I'm loving this resurgence from United! They've been built on solid ground and it shows they're a team that can compete with the best. That 3-1 win over City was massive and it's clear Carrick's tactics are paying off - the pressing, the teamwork, it's all coming together.

City's struggles are interesting to watch, especially with Guardiola's influence waning. They've always been known for their high-intensity style but now they're struggling to maintain that level of composure. And let's be honest, paying top dollar for renovations hasn't yielded the desired results - it's like they're still trying to rebuild the same way they did years ago.

Donnarumma's saves were huge and a testament to how far City have fallen. They're not just losing games, they're getting embarrassed too. United, on the other hand, are finally finding their footing and it's exciting to think about what the future holds for them. Carrick's got them feeling like a team again and that's something special 💚
 
I'm thinking about our school's football team right now... They just beat that rival school 3-1 🏆👊. We're all hyped up and feeling like we can conquer anything! I think our new coach is doing a great job, he's really getting us to work together as a team 👫💪. We need to keep the energy up and support each other like United did against City 💖. It's definitely making me feel more confident about my own performance on the pitch 😊👍
 
I'm not surprised to see Man Utd bouncin back like this 🤔, they've got a solid squad now and Carrick's knowledg is payin off big time! 😊 The way Kobbie Mainoo was doin his thing in midfield was pure class, it showed the team's got heart. And that City team? They're lookin a bit lost without Guardiola's magic ✨. I reckon United's resurgence is real and it's gonna be fun to watch 'em go from strength to strength 💪!
 
man u r so right about city's downfall 🤦‍♂️ i mean pep guardiola used to be on fire but now its like he's struggling to keep up with his own squad lol their reliance on haaland is crazy and its not like they have any other quality players coming in. meanwhile carrick's team is just feeding off the energy of the crowd at old Trafford 🎉 it was such a gritty performance from them and i love how kobbie mainoo showed some serious promise in midfield 👍 donnarumma is also an interesting case, i mean he's supposed to be a ball playing keeper but hes showing that making saves is still his #1 priority 😂 anyways, cant wait to see how city recovers from this and how utd keeps pushing forward under carrick 🚀
 
im loving this resurgence at man united 🤩😎 carrick seems to have really connected with his players and brought out the best in them. i mean, 3-1 win over city is huge and it shows that they can compete with the big boys again. their team spirit and pressing game is a big part of what's working for them right now 💪🔴️ the fact that donnarumma was able to make some clutch saves for city just goes to show how far ahead united is right now 👀
 
🤔 I'm loving this resurgence from Manchester United 🙌, but let's not forget that City's struggles are real too 💸. It's all about finding balance between individual talent and teamwork. Carrick's got a great vibe going on at Old Trafford 👊, but we gotta see it through to the end 🔴🔵. Maybe it's time for City to take a closer look at their squad composition? Donnarumma might be a diamond in the rough 🧮💫. Either way, it's been an exciting week of football 😃.
 
Wow 🤩 Manchester United finally getting their act together and beating their arch-rivals 3-1 at Old Trafford is a massive confidence booster for the team! Interesting how Pep Guardiola's City team seems to be struggling with discipline and reliance on individual players, especially when they're not playing well. 👏
 
👀 I think Manchester City are really struggling now... Pep Guardiola seems like he's lost control 🤔. His team is all about his star players, but when they're not performing, it's a mess 😩. And that Kobbie Mainoo kid, he's been doing some nice things in midfield 👦. I'm loving how Carrick's team is feeding off the crowd's energy 💖. City's got some big problems to fix, and we'll see how they do in the long run 🤞
 
Manchester United's resurgence is looking pretty solid right now 🤩. I think Pep Guardiola's reliance on his star players like Haaland, Mbeumo, and Diallo is actually a weakness – they can't do it all themselves! 😂 Carrick's got his team playing as a unit, pressing high, and using the energy of the crowd to their advantage 🎉. And let's be real, City's been in shambles for months now... even Donnarumma's saving his skin with some epic stops 🙌. I think United's on the rise again, and it's about time Old Trafford got back its former glory 💪!
 
🏆😎 The 3-1 win over City was 🔥 lit 🔴⚽️! 😃 Manchester United is back on track 🕰️💪 under Carrick's leadership 👨‍ football manager. I'm loving the spirit and teamwork 💬👫, especially with Kobbie Mainoo's impressive debut ⚔️🔝! 🤩 The City team looks lost without Guardiola 🗺️😵, relying too much on their superstars ⭐️💥 which is a weakness 🔴🚫. Donnarumma's saves were 💯💪 and showed that sometimes the simple act of keeping a clean sheet can be the most important thing 🤔! 🏆
 
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