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Man Utd dominate Man City in dream start for Carrick

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Manchester United's Interim head coach Michael Carrick applauds fans on the pitch after the match against Manchester City at Old Trafford on January 17, 2026. [AFP]

Manchester United gave Michael Carrick the dream start to his interim tenure as manager, beating Manchester City 2-0 to deal a huge blow to their local rivals' Premier League title aspirations.

The Red Devils dominated at Old Trafford and were only made to wait until the final 25 minutes to seal victory by the inspired Gianluigi Donnarumma and because they had three goals ruled out for offside.

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