Manchester United’s new era has begun, handing Michael Carrick a permanent contract following a successful audition that transformed the team’s fortunes in the second half of the season.
Carrick began in perfect fashion, overseeing back-to-back wins over Manchester City and Arsenal in his first two games in charge. The Red Devils have won 11 of 16 matches under his leadership, taking 36 points from a possible 48 during that time and losing just twice. It is the best record of any team in the division over the same period and has underpinned Champions League qualification.
