Michael Carrick begins his return to Old Trafford in the Manchester derby in the Premier League. Hosts Manchester United enter a new era under the guidance of their former midfielder, who is taking charge on an interim basis for the second time.

Michael Carrick was not getting carried away but after returning some of the missing magic to Manchester United in an exhilarating 2-0 derby win over Manchester City on Saturday those who doubt he is the club's saviour might be reconsidering.

City rivals collide Saturday in English Premier League action, with Manchester City set to visit Old Trafford for a date with Manchester United in the first Manchester Derby of the 2026 calendar year.

Manchester United beat Manchester City 2-0 in the Manchester derby on Saturday as Michael Carrick got off to a dream start as United’s interim manager.

MANCHESTER UNITED chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe was booed by fans as he arrived at Old Trafford for the Manchester Derby. The 73-year-old is under pressure at United over a number of controversial

Carrick’s decisions, of his starting 11, substitutions and tactics, were superb. His previous game in management was Middlesbrough’s 2-0 defeat to Coventry in May. Suffice to say this was very different.

A busy road in Old Trafford is set for a second round of walking and cycling upgrades. Improvements along Seymour Grove will include safer crossing, wider footpaths and segregated cycle lanes, Trafford Council has announced.

Manchester United put rivals Manchester City to the sword on Saturday afternoon in what was Michael Carrick's first game in charge since 2021