Manchester United made it four wins from four matches under Michael Carrick’s leadership as they swept Tottenham aside with a 2-0 victory at Old Trafford.
Cristian Romero was shown a straight red card in the first half as Tottenham struggled to assert themselves on the game with the hosts controlling possession and unafraid to shoot.
The opening goal came courtesy of a slick corner move as Bruno Fernandes found Kobbie Mainoo in the box before he pulled it back to Bryan Mbeumo for a guided finish.
With Spurs down to 10-men they offered little threat to the hosts who mounted wave after wave of attack on Thomas Frank’s defence before the visitors were finally broken late in the game.
Diogo Dalot’s cross from the right wing picked out Bruno Fernandes who nudged the ball home to end any thoughts of a Tottenham equaliser and confirm United’s spot in the top four for another week.
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- Manchester United defeat Tottenham in the Premier League
- 81' GOAL! Fernandes doubles the lead (MUN 2-0 TOT)
- 69' DISALLOWED! Cunha scores but it's ruled out for offside (MUN 1-0 TOT)
- 50' DISALLOWED! Amad scores but offside rules it out (MUN 1-0 TOT)
- 38' GOAL! Mbeumo guides United into the lead (MUN 1-0 TOT)
- 21' CLOSE! Cunha's strike just flies wide of the post (MUN 0-0 TOT)
- 29' RED CARD! Romero dimissed for challenge on Casemiro (MUN 0-0 TOT)
- 11' SAVE! Casemiro draws a leaping stop out of Vicario (MUN 0-0 TOT)
Luckless Thomas Frank rues what might have been as Bryan Mbeumo punishes Spurs
15:59 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordThomas Frank may have been vindicated. Sadly for him, he was beaten in the process. Under Frank, Bryan Mbeumo scored 20 Premier League goals for Brentford last season. When the Dane joined Tottenham, he hoped to lure Mbeumo across London with him.
Instead Mbeumo joined Manchester United, and with a certain inevitability, he, along with Bruno Fernandes, duly scored in their 2-0 victory over Spurs. He has struck home and away against Tottenham this season. Spurs also targeted Eberechi Eze, who went to Arsenal and got a hat-trick against them.
Luckless Thomas Frank rues what might have been as Bryan Mbeumo punishes Spurs
How is Romero feeling?
14:57 , Mike Jones"He is disappointed because he knows this red card could have been avoided so he apologised,” said Vicario.
“He is our captain and today he made a mistake but we know the player he is and he is going to come back stronger and help us massively throughout the season."
More from Vicario:
14:53 , Mike Jones"It depends how you see things in life [are Spurs in a relegation battle]. The reality is that in terms of results we have struggled a lot. Two wins in the last 16 is not acceptable for this football club but we don't have to forget how we are trying to push ourselves in tough conditions.
“This is the reality. Of course we have had a brilliant Champions League campaign so far and playing every three games I have already played 36 games and I am proud of myself for doing this but for the outfield players it is tough, so it depends how you see things in life."
Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario speaking to TNT Sports:
14:50 , Mike Jones"It is so tough. Especially when you come to play in a stadium like this one. But I am proud of my team-mates because we showed a lot of resilience and hard work throughout the game. It is tough when you are one man less to try and overturn a result that is already 1-0.
"I am proud of my team-mates, so so proud, because they put all the character and effort in today and to do it 10 v 11 is a massive reward for what we want to show for our football club, for our fans and of course the result is another defeat which is tough to accept but today - we need to take the positive that can take us into Tuesday's game."
Manchester United and Michael Carrick win again as Tottenham are seen off
14:49 , Mike JonesMichael Carrick oversaw a fourth straight victory as revitalised Manchester United capitalised on Cristian Romero’s red card to extend Tottenham’s wait for a first Premier League win of 2026.
The Red Devils have been reborn since the short-term appointment of their former midfielder, whose honeymoon period continued as triumphs against Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham were followed up on Saturday lunchtime.
Manchester United and Michael Carrick win again as Tottenham are seen off
Man Utd now three points off second
14:39 , Mike JonesFour wins in a row for Michael Carrick’s men sees them just three points behind Manchester City in second place.
They are still nine behind the league leaders Arsenal and will need the teams above them to continue dropping points if they hope to move further up the table.
13 games left is still time to move up but Arsenal in particular look very consistent.
No wins for Spurs in 2026
14:35 , Mike JonesTottenham still haven’t won a Premier League match in 2026 and we’re now in February.
Thomas Frank’s men are under real pressure and remain in the bottom half of the table with their run of horrible form continuing.
Michael Carrick's perfect start continues
14:29 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordMichael Carrick's perfect start continues.
“Thomas Frank is beaten in part by a goal from a player he coached at Brentford, in Bryan Mbeumo, which may rather sum up his fortunes at Tottenham.
“United's total of 23 shots spoke to their attacking intent but Spurs may see similarities with their December defeat to Liverpool, another match shaped by a first-half red card.
“But it is seven league games without a win for them now. The team who finished 17th last season could be 15th tomorrow.”
Full-time! Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham
14:26 , Mike Jones90+5 mins: The whistle goes to end the game at Old Trafford with Manchester United once more successful.
There’s a loud roar and cheer from the watching supporters who have witnessed a fourth win in a row from their team.
Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham
14:21 , Mike Jones90 mins: Five minutes of added time to play.
Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham
14:21 , Mike Jones88 mins: Just a couple of minutes remaining at Old Trafford.
Man Utd look so controlled and composed. It’s a stark difference to the team when they player under Ruben Amorim.
Michael Carrick has done a brilliantly job with them.
Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham
14:16 , Mike Jones84 mins: The pressure has been released on Man Utd who have control of the game now.
This is going to be a fourth win in a row for Michael Carrick’s men who are confirming their spot in the top four with this result.
Playing Fernandes further forward makes him more productive
14:15 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordBruno Fernandes had got an assist in every game since Ruben Amorim's departure. None today so far, but he has got a goal.
“It's almost as though playing him further forward makes him more productive.”
GOAL! Man Utd 2-0 Tottenham (Bruno Fernandes, 81')
14:13 , Mike JonesThat should be that!
Diogo Dalot whips a cross into the box from the right wing.
Sesko leaps for the ball, and might get a touch, but it drops to Fernandes at the back post and the United captain knees the ball past Vicario to double the lead!
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
14:11 , Mike Jones80 mins: Bruno Fernandes blasts a shot from range and sends it straight down the throat of Vicario.
Thomas Frank is preparing a triple change for the final 10 minutes as Tottenham look to steal a draw out of this match.
Randal Kolo Muani, Mathys Tel and Yves Bissouma all come on for the visitors, Gallagher, Solanke and Palhinha are off.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
14:08 , Mike Jones78 mins: Dragusin makes a fine interception as Fernandes and Sesko bomb forward on the break.
Fernandes squares an early pass but Dragusin throws himself at the ball and stops it from reaching the striker.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
14:06 , Mike Jones75 mins: 15 minutes to play at Old Trafford.
Benjamin Sesko is ready to come on and will be replacing Matheus Cunha.
Spurs win another free kick inside the United half. Martinez heads it clear.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
14:04 , Mike Jones72 mins: Oh hello!
A poor touch from Lisandro Martinez sees the defender knock the ball to Conor Gallagher.
He works it across the pitch to Xavi Simons who wins a throw in for Spurs.
Chance to equalise coming up.
Dragusin launches the abll into the box with Van de Ven and Solanke swinging at the ball but neither managing to get on the end of it.
Are United entering Casemiro time?
14:02 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordAre United entering Casemiro time? He rarely plays 90 minutes, and they have a game against West Ham on Tuesday to consider.
“Yet they are far more liable to concede when he goes off, as Fulham's comeback last week showed.”
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
14:00 , Mike Jones69 mins: Disallowed goal!
Cunha collects the ball after a poor clearance from Vicario.
He passes it to Fernandes who plays a pass round the corner to Amad.
Amad square into the middle and Cunha scores!
But, Fernandes was offside in the build up so it doesn’t count.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:58 , Mike Jones68 mins: Shaw dribbles the ball down the left wing and slips a pass into Cunha who makes an underlapping run into the box.
Cunha cuts it back towards Mbeumo but the ball bounces off a defender and Vicario scoops it up.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:55 , Mike Jones65 mins: Manchester United are really pushing for that second goal.
Plenty of crosses, plenty of shots from range. If they get it, you feel as though Tottenham’s resistance may start to crumble.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:53 , Mike Jones62 mins: Save! Luke Shaw takes a shot from range and forces Vicario to push the ball over the crossbar.
From the set piece the ball comes out to Dalot who smokes a curling shot from outside the area and makes Vicario jump to the left to palm it wide!
A debut for Souza
13:50 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordA debut for the Brazilian left-back Souza, one of Spurs' January signings.
“It is also made all the intriguing by the reality that, after signing him, they tried to get Andy Robertson from Liverpool.
“That didn't happen but it did pose the question of what that would have meant for Souza.”
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:50 , Mike Jones60 mins: An error from Shaw sees him slide the ball across to Xavi Simons who shoots a curls his effort just wide of the post!
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:47 , Mike Jones57 mins: Udogie is hobbling around. He’s heading for the touchline and Thomas Frank needs to make a switch.
Souza, one of Spurs’ January signings, is brought on to replace him.
Tottenham are really struggling now. Pressure is on Thomas Frank.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:44 , Mike Jones54 mins: Destiny udogie is down for Spurs and needs some treatment.
If he needs to go off as well then Spurs will be in dire straits. They play again on Tuesday (I think) and already have a growing list of injuries.
Tottenham have been flat since the red card
13:41 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordTottenham have been understandably flat since the red card.
“They have plenty of considerations now: down to 10 men, they need to find a way back into the game, with the risk that if go too attacking, they get hammered.
“And they play again on Tuesday, so a stretched squad could do with retaining some freshness.”
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:41 , Mike Jones50 mins: Disallowed goal!
Fernandes recycles the ball with a chip into the far side of the box.
Luke Shaw meets it and guides a pass across goal where Amad taps it in at the back post.
The offside flag goes up immediately and Amad has no complaints.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:38 , Mike Jones48 mins: Tottenham came back from two goals down to Manchester City in the second half of their clash last weekend.
Of course, they still had 11 players on the pitch then but the visitors aren’t out of this match just yet.
Second half! Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:36 , Mike JonesManchester United get the ball rolling once more at Old Trafford.
No changes from either manager at the break.
HT Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:34 , Mike JonesManchester United have dominated this match so far.
They’ve had 57% of possession and created 10 chances with three of them on target.
Spurs have had 5 shots (one on target) but their xG is down at 0.38 with United’s up at 0.71.
The hosts have the crucial goal that matters though. Can they improve on that in the second half?
HT Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:25 , Mike Jones
Half-time! Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:20 , Mike Jones45+5 mins: The whistle goes to end an entertaining first 45 minutes at Old Trafford.
Man Utd have the lead and will want to impose themselves on Tottenham once again when the game resumes shortly.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:18 , Mike Jones45+2 mins: Save!
A slick pass comes into the Spurs box as Amad makes a run inside the full back.
He almost gets a goal but Vicario throws himself at it and touches the ball past the attacker to end the move.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:16 , Mike Jones45 mins: Tottenham need the whistle and the break to half-time.
Man Utd are sitting pretty with a goal and a man advantage.
Amad is booked for a tackle on Xavi Simons. It is a foul, he arrives late and takes out Xavi’s legs.
Five minutes of added time to play in the first half.
Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham
13:13 , Mike Jones42 mins: Man Utd have a whole heap of confidence flowing through them now.
A long ball comes over the top of the Spurs defence and Amad darts in behind looking to catch up to it.
Vicario comes quickly off his line though and scoops up the ball.
Inevitably Mbeumo scores
13:12 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordTottenham wanted Mbeumo last summer.
“And so, with a certain inevitability, he scores against them.”
GOAL! Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham (Bryan Mbeumo, 38')
13:10 , Mike JonesWow!
Bruno Fernandes has a shot deflected behind for a corner which is rolled into the feet of Kobbie Mainoo.
He pulls it back to Bryan Mbeumo who guides it beautifully into the far bottom corner!
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
13:07 , Mike Jones35 mins: Manchester United have impressed in this first half and Romero’s red card have given them a big advantage in this game.
Recently though, United have struggled to break teams down. They should win this match from here but can they get past a Spurs defence that will sit back now?
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
13:05 , Mike Jones32 mins: Thomas Frank reacts to the red card by making an immediate substitution.
Wilson Odobert is sacrificed to bring on another defender, Radu Dragusin.
From the free kick the ball is flicked into the box where there’s a clash of heads and a stop in play.
Romero on Casemiro
13:03 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordRomero on Casemiro: Argentina on Brazil or an accident?
“Either way, Tottenham are down to 10.
“Romero has a second red card of the season and a terrible disciplinary record.”
RED CARD! Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
13:01 , Mike Jones29 mins: Cristian Romero has been sent off!
He follows through in a challenge on Casemiro and lands, studs up, on the Brazilian’s ankle.
Casemiro looks in pain after the tackle and the referee decides there is enough force and intent to send off the Tottenham captain!
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
13:00 , Mike Jones29 mins: The first yellow card goes to Destiny Udogie who grabs hold of Amad’s shoulders and drags him to the deck.
Fernandes plays a quick free kick and gives the ball to Kobbie Mainoo who dribbles into the box but gets tackled before he can create an opportunity.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:58 , Mike Jones26 mins: Well now, Cunha is brought down just outside the box from Sarr and makes sure he lands in the area to appeal for a penalty.
The referee isn’t interested and the ball rolls to Fernandes who whacks a shot at goal only for Romero to charge it down.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:55 , Mike Jones23 mins: Nearly!
Amad brings the ball forward and cuts in from the right before sliding a pass across to Bruno Fernandes.
Fernandes tries to use the pace of the ball and guide it into the back of the net but his accuracy is slightly off and the effort rolls wide.
United have scored some special goals under Carrick
12:54 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordMan United have scored some special goals from distance under Carrick already, particularly from Patrick Dorgu at Arsenal, and there does seem to be a policy of shooting from long range.
“Both Casemiro and Cunha have come close from about 25 yards.”
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:52 , Mike Jones21 mins: Wow!
Luke Shaw throws the ball back in play on the left wing and United switch it quickly over to Diogo Dalot.
He drives up the pitch and squares the ball when Matheus Cunha calls for the ball.
Cunha strikes is shot with the first touch and powers the strike mere inches wide of the right hand post!
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:49 , Mike Jones18 mins: Destiny Udogie smashing a low pass across the face of goal and almost picks out Dominic Solanke only for United to scramble it away.
The ball gets flicked over to Fernandes who releases Bryan Mbeumo on the counter but a back tracking Joao Palhinha makes a fine sliding tackle to cut short the attack.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:46 , Mike Jones15 mins: Quarter of an hour played at Old Trafford and there’s been a response from Spurs.
Joao Palhinha and then Pape Sarr both take shots from outside the box but both efforts are blocked by United’s solid defence.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:44 , Mike Jones13 mins: At the other end of the pitch, Conor Gallagher gets on the right side of Lisandro Martinez and meets a threaded pass.
He toes a shot at goal but can;t beat Senne Lammens at the near post.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:42 , Mike Jones11 mins: Amad wins a free kick after being forced off the pitch by Micky van de Ven who looks hurt that the referee punished him.
United use the set piece to get men up the pitch and a bit of pinball in the Tottenham box results in a shot from Bruno Fernandes.
That effort is blocked but the ball rolls out to Casemiro who rattles one from ranges and forces Vicario into a leaping save!
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:39 , Mike Jones8 mins: Man Utd have seen most of the possession over these opening minutes.
Amad Diallo is walking a little gingerly and may have an issue he is trying to run off.
The hosts haven’t won in this fixture since 2022 but bring the most confidence into this match.
Bryan Mbeumo is clattered by Romero in the middle of the pitch and is awarded a free kick.
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:36 , Mike Jones5 mins: Conor Gallagher wins a free kick after a poor touch gives Luke Shaw the chance to win the ball back.
Shaw is beaten to the loose ball by Gallagher and clips the midfielder bringing him down.
Xavi Simons whips the set piece into the Man Utd box but Harry Maguire leaps highest and flicks the ball onto Cristian Romero before it ricochets out of play for a throw in.
United are unchanged, Tottenham playing with back four
12:34 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordUnited are unchanged in terms of personnel, but there is a shift.
“Matheus Cunha has started as the striker today, with Bryan Mbeumo on the left wing instead.
“And Tottenham have reverted to a back four, with Joao Palhinha in midfield.”
Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:34 , Mike Jones2 mins: Close! Tottenham push forward slightly too far and are caught by a quick break from the hosts.
Bruno Fernandes carries the ball through the middle before slipping a pass into the left side of the box towards Bryan Mbeumo.
He takes a touch and shoots but fizzes his shot wide of the target.
Kick off! Man Utd 0-0 Tottenham
12:32 , Mike JonesSpurs get the ball rolling at Old Trafford and send it back to Guglielmo Vicario who boots it forward over to the left side of the pitch.
The ball flies over everyone’s heads and bounces through to Senne Lammens in the opposite goal.
Firday marked the 68th anniversary of the Munich air disaster
12:30 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordFriday marked the 68th anniversary of the Munich air disaster and the Stretford End has a huge picture of the Busby Babes.
“The names of the 23, eight of them United players, who lost their lives have been displayed on the advertising hoardings around Old Trafford.
“Managers Michael Carrick and Thomas Frank have brought wreaths on to the pitch while the families of some of the victims of the crash in 1958 are in the directors' box today.”
Man Utd v Tottenham
12:29 , Mike JonesThe players head out onto the pitch at Old Trafford led but both managers who carry wreaths in respect of the Munich Air Disaster.
Michael Carrick and Thomas Frank place the wreaths on the side of the pitch and the fans unfurl a banner celebrating those who lost their lives back in 1958.
Munich Air Disaster to be remembered before kick off
12:25 , Mike JonesYesterday marked the 68th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster which is a pivotal moment in Manchester United’s history.
Tributes and flowers have been brought to Old Trafford over the last couple of days out of respect and there will be a brief acknowledgement of the history before kick off today.
In the stands, the fans are paying tribute to the Busby Babes - the name of the team who were involved in the disaster.
United's playmaker
12:20 , Mike JonesBruno Fernandes has more assists than any other Premier League player this season, with his 12 also his joint-best tally in a single campaign (level with 2020-21).
The last Manchester United player to provide more was Antonio Valencia in 2011-12 (13).
Spurs' biggest threat?
12:15 , Mike JonesDominic Solanke – who scored twice against Man City last time out – has scored five goals in his last five appearances against Manchester United in all competitions.
He’s averaging a goal every 88 minutes in all competitions this season, the best rate of any Spurs player.
Hitting the purple patch
12:10 , Mike JonesMatheus Cunha has been involved in four goals in his last five Premier League games (3 goals, 1 assist), as many as in his first 16 appearances for Manchester United (3 goals, 1 assist).
Success away from home?
12:05 , Mike JonesTottenham are winless in their last six Premier League games (four draw, two defeats).
It is their longest run since their last seven in 2024-25.
However, five of Spurs’ seven league wins this season have come away from home.
How the almost irreplaceable Casemiro exposes Man United’s new vulnerability
12:00 , Richard JollyThe Stretford End songbook was focused on two defensive midfielders. The song celebrating Michael Carrick was, like the man himself, brought back from the past. Yet after the final whistle, after an injury-time winner, the name sung longest and loudest was that of Casemiro.
He has started his long goodbye at Old Trafford. He has been talisman and transformative presence, laughing stock and fading force. Now it seems the Brazilian will go as a cult hero, and a man who will leave a sizeable gap in the midfield.
How the almost irreplaceable Casemiro exposes Man United’s new vulnerability
The first goal could be crucial
11:55 , Mike JonesOnly bottom two sides Burnley (23) and Wolves (21) have conceded more first half goals than Tottenham (18) in the Premier League this season.
Spurs are winless in all 10 of their league games when behind at the break this term (drawn three, lost seven) and are unbeaten in all six when leading at half-time (won five, drawn one).
Peaking at the right time
11:50 , Mike JonesManchester United are unbeaten in their last seven Premier League games (won four, drawn three) and have won all three since Michael Carrick returned as manager.
The Red Devils last won four in a row in February 2024 under Erik ten Hag, while they last had a longer run without defeat in February 2022 (8 under Ralf Rangnick).
Are Spurs Man Utd's new bogey team?
11:45 , Mike JonesTottenham are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Manchester United in all competitions (five wins, three draws).
It’s their longest ever run without defeat against them, while in the 21st century only Chelsea have gone longer against the Red Devils (12 between 2012 and 2017).
Twice in a row?
11:40 , Mike JonesTottenham won this exact fixture 3-0 last season – only once have they won consecutive away games against Man Utd in the Premier League, doing so in January 2014.
Turning around the bad run
11:35 , Mike JonesMan Utd are winless in their last six league games against Tottenham Hotspur (three draws, three defeats).
It is their joint-longest ever run without a win against them (also 6 between 1914 and 1921).
Cristian Romero hits out at ‘disgraceful’ Tottenham squad depth in apparent dig at hierarchy
11:30 , Will CastleTottenham captain Cristian Romero has said it was “disgraceful” that the club only had “11 players available” for last weekend’s visit of Manchester City in an apparent dig at the Spurs hierarchy.
Romero was replaced at half-time of the clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium due to illness, with his side at that point completely lifeless and without much hope of turning around a two-goal deficit.
Romero hits out at ‘disgraceful’ Spurs squad depth in apparent dig at hierarchy
Man Utd vs Tottenham team news
11:24 , Mike JonesMichael Carrick names an unchanged line-up to take on Spurs. That means Matheus Cunha starts on the left and Bryan Mbeumo leads the line.
For Tottenham, Thomas Frank makes three changes to the line-up that started against Manchester City.
Out go, Radu Dragusin, Yves Bissouma and Randal Kolo Muani, in come Pape Matar Sarr, Micky van de Ven and Wilson Odobert.
A fixture that evokes memories of a terrible European final
11:23 , Richard Jolly at Old TraffordA fixture to evoke memories of a truly terrible Europa League final.
“Still, since then, Tottenham are fourth in the Champions League (sort of) and Manchester United fourth in the Premier League, which may or may not be a reflection of how good each is.
“Michael Carrick, formerly of Tottenham, names an unchanged team for his fourth game in charge of United.
“Spurs have Micky van de Ven fit again and Cristian Romero captaining them after his latest broadside at the board.”
Tottenham team to take on Man Utd
11:17 , Mike JonesTottenham XI: Vicario; Gray, Van de Ven, Romero, Udogie; Sarr, Gallagher, Palhinha; Odobert, Solanke, Xavi
Your Spurs side in Manchester 👊
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) February 7, 2026
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Man Utd line-up to face Tottenham
11:15 , Mike JonesMan Utd XI: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Amad Diallo, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo
United name an unchanged starting line-up for the early kick-off 📋🔴
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 7, 2026
Almost time for team news
11:12 , Mike JonesThe official line-ups will be dropping shortly for today’s early kick off.
Can Manchester United continue their winning run under Michael Carrick or will Spurs provide a shock at Old Trafford?
Team news drops in a few minutes time...
Carrick on threat of Spurs
11:06 , Mike JonesThe Manchester United head coach said: "They certainly bring a challenge. I think you can see especially the way they finished the game the other day [against Manchester City]. They have had players injured and ins and outs, and a lot of changes to the team which makes things a lot more challenging, a lot more difficult from their perspective.
“But they're getting players back. They've got really good attackers who look to stretch the backline and play forward and attack the box an awful lot. It's something we've got be aware of.
“A slightly different game to maybe what we have played over recent weeks in some ways, but we're looking forward to it. We're in a good place, the boys have worked well again this week.
“Again, feet on the ground, let's not get carried away with what has gone on. It's about what's next. A big challenge ahead but we're looking forward to it."
Michael Carrick explores Tottenham past and love of Man Utd ahead of crucial Premier League test
11:00 , Mike JonesMichael Carrick finds himself up against Thomas Frank just five months on from interviewing the Tottenham boss as Manchester United’s head coach hunts a fourth win on the bounce.
The 44-year-old has enjoyed a dream start to his reign for the remainder of the campaign, with wins against Manchester City and Arsenal followed by last Sunday’s thrilling 3-2 victory against Fulham.
Michael Carrick explores Spurs past and love of Man Utd ahead of Premier League test
Dorgu set for spell on sidelines
10:54 , Mike JonesPatrick Dorgu has been a revelation under Michael Carrick but an injury means he’s set to be absent for most of the remaining season.
Carrick could not offer an specific return date but confirmed Dorgu would be missing for ‘weeks’.
“We’re working through it. It’ll definitely be a number of weeks,” the United boss explained of Dorgu’s injury.
“It will be a considerable period of time. He’s not going to be back in the next two or three weeks. To be more exact is a little bit difficult, at this moment.
"It could possibly be [10 weeks], we’re working through it. Certainly, we’re looking forward to getting him back as quickly as we can and getting on the pitch long before the end of the season.”
Frank on Tottenham's transfer business
10:48 , Mike JonesWas January a good transfer window for the struggling Spurs?
“We signed Conor Gallagher, who is a quality player for the starting XI,” Thomas Frank explained.
“Of course, he needs to perform, and no one has promised any position, but we signed a quality player and we signed a young player for the future.
“I think if you compare that to a lot of the other Premier League clubs, I think that is very good. I think where we are is okay. We tried to do more, but it was not possible for whatever reason.
“I said it the whole time that it is very, very important that we take good decisions and are calm. It needs to be for the short-term and the long-term.”
Thomas Frank provides injury updates on Spurs squad
10:42 , Mike JonesAhead of this crucial Premier League clash, Thomas Frank gave an update into the fitness of the Tottenham squad and was boosted by the return of Micky van de Ven.
“Everyone, mostly, is okay. Micky trained today and is available for selection for Saturday, so that’s good,” Frank admitted.
“Djed [Spence] is getting closer, it will be touch and go and there's a good chance he'll be ready.”
Michael Carrick admits winning late at Old Trafford is ‘the best feeling’
10:36 , Mike JonesMichael Carrick savoured “the best feeling” after watching Benjamin Sesko’s stoppage-time winner earn Manchester United a dramatic 3-2 victory over Fulham.
“It’s the best feeling I have to say,” Carrick said of winning the game in what he knew as ‘Fergie time’ when a player here. “Some of the best moments I’ve been part of here, you can dissect performances and there are plusses and not, and then you get a moment of elation and excitement like that.
“For me there’s no better place than in front of the Stretford End like that. It ends up meaning more. People leave here with more than just, ‘United won today’ – it’s layers on top of that, the emotion and the feeling and it’s why we all love it so much.”
The ‘Manchester United Way’ is back as ‘Fergie Time’ win over Fulham restores feelgood factor
10:30 , Mike JonesWhen Manchester United scored their injury-time winner, the cameras panned to Sir Alex Ferguson, because that is what happens at such moments. It was Fergie Time.
It was also a Carrick scoreline, though. A second successive 3-2 win, a third in the six matches Michael Carrick has overseen – including three in 2021 – seemed confirmation that, calm a character as the head coach is, he can preside over some dramatic, terrific matches.
Manchester United Way is back: ‘Fergie Time’ win over Fulham restores feelgood factor
Tottenham's injury concerns
10:24 , Mike JonesThomas Frank will hope to welcome back Micky van de Ven, who missed the City draw with a minor problem, and Dominic Solanke is expected to be fit despite being withdrawn early in that game with a rolled ankle.
Mohammed Kudus, Ben Davies, James Maddison and Rodrigo Bentancur are among those out with longer-term injuries, while Saturday will come too soon for the returns of Richarlison and Pedro Porro.
Predicted Tottenham XI: Vicario; Gray, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Gallagher, Palhinha, Sarr; Kolo Muani, Simons, Solanke.
Manchester United's early team news
10:18 , Mike JonesUnited should welcome back Mason Mount after taking a knock in training ahead of the Fulham clash.
Patrick Dorgu and Matthijs de Ligt remain sidelined.
Predicted Manchester United XI: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Diallo, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo.
How can I watch the game?
10:12 , Mike JonesViewers in the UK can watch the game on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Ultimate, with coverage starting at 11am.
Subscribers can also stream the match on discovery+.
When is Manchester United vs Tottenham?
10:06 , Mike JonesManchester United’s clash with Tottenham kicks off at 12:30pm GMT on Saturday 7 February at Old Trafford.
Man Utd v Tottenham
10:00 , Mike JonesManchester United play host to Tottenham in today’s lunchtime kick-off with Michael Carrick hoping to maintain his perfect start to life as interim boss at Old Trafford.
Carrick is coming off three wins on the bounce since being appointed last month - a feat Ruben Amorim only achieved once during his 14-month reign - though was fortunate to escape dropped points against Fulham last Sunday, requiring the stoppage-time heroics of Benjamin Sesko to claim victory.
He’ll nevertheless strive to make it four in a row against the team he joined United from as a player in 2006, with the prospect of a relegation fight more than non-existent for Tottenham.
Thomas Frank perhaps survived another close shave with the sack last weekend, with Spurs salvaging a 2-2 draw against Manchester City despite putting in a lifeless first-half performance, but the Dane will need to keep the good results coming if he is to survive long in the Spurs hot seat.
Good morning!
08:48 , Mike JonesWelcome to The Independent’s coverage of today’s Premier League action as Manchester United host Tottenham at Old Trafford.
It’s another big outing for Michael Carrick’s men who have, so far, been perfect under the new boss with three wins from three games.
Carrick is hoping to lead the team into a top four finish and sinking Spurs would be another huge result for the interim.
Likewise, a victory at Old Trafford would ease a mountain of pressure on Tottenham boss Thomas Frank whose struggling side sit 14th in the table and are dealing with a mounting list of injury concerns.
We’ll have all the updates and team news throughout the day so stick around as we build up to kick off at 12.30pm.
