Harry Maguire Lauds Michael Carrick for Inspiring Manchester United's Thrilling Victory Over Arsenal
Manchester United's Harry Maguire commends caretaker boss Michael Carrick for 'galvanising' the team following a remarkable 3-2 win against Arsenal, as Matheus Cunha's late goal secured the crucial victory at the Emirates. Find out how Carrick's influence is reshaping the Red Devils' fortunes.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has showered caretaker boss Michael Carrick with praise for "galvanising" the Red Devils following Sunday's 3-2 win over Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates. The win follows on from Manchester United's 2-0 victory over Manchester City in Carrick's first game in charge, making it a brilliant start to life back at Old Trafford for the former midfielder.Matheus Cunha was the match-winner for Manchester United on Sunday, as he scored a stunning late goal to seal a 3-2 victory at the Emirates. Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu were also on target as the Red Devils inflicted a first home defeat of the season on Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side. The result means Carrick has six points from six since replacing Ruben Amorim in the Manchester United hotseat, while Arsenal drop points for a third straight Premier League match and now hold just a four-point lead over Aston Villa and Manchester City at the top of the table.Maguire was full of praise for his new boss after the game, telling Sky Sports: "It was absolutely massive. We know that the first game, the derby at Old Trafford, you're always up for them and you know that one-off results can happen, so we had to back it up today. We spoke about it before the game, coming to the league leaders, who have been excellent this year I must say, they ask a lot of questions of you, to come here and have the setback late on to get the winner, it was a magnificent performance. Michael's [Carrick] come in, he's been brilliant with us, he's brought a fresh energy in, the group's really galvanised. Two tough games, everybody's probably thinks we come away from them with not many points but to win both is magnificent."Carrick tried to play down his impact, though, adding: "It's only been 10 days, we know it's not going to be perfect. We're just starting, and it's a good starting point, but we need to start putting some layers on top, and we'll try to do that in the coming weeks."Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!Cunha also spoke about Carrick's impact at the club since taking charge. He told BBC's Match of the Day: "He knows the feeling, he played here so many years. He knows the feeling for Manchester, he knows the feeling for United. He knows how the fans want to feel. He tried to show us every single moment, he tried to talk us to understand in moments and say 'everyone is against us', so I think we feel more together."I think we showed character and power in the group. We know what to expect, come here, I think it's the best team in the world today, honestly. They [Arsenal] play with Mikel [Arteta] so long, they know every single tactics, every single thing that he feels, so we know how hard it will to be to come here, but we are United and everything we do is to win the games."Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingCarrick and Manchester United will now look forward to a clash with Fulham at Old Trafford next time out in the Premier League. After kicking off his Manchester United tenure with wins over Arsenal and City, Carrick will be out to make it three in a row against Marco Silva's men and bolster United's chances of qualifying for the Champions League.
Michael Carrick, the Inspirational Figure
Following successes against Arsenal and Manchester City, Michael Carrick has quickly turned around Manchester United's fortunes with a perfect start to his caretaker role. His ability to motivate and energize the players has not gone unnoticed, as highlighted by captain Harry Maguire.
Magnificent Performance Against Arsenal
The hard-fought 3-2 victory against a top-class Arsenal side showcased Manchester United's resilience and character under Carrick's guidance. Matheus Cunha's match-winning goal epitomized the team's never-say-die attitude, leaving the Emirates in awe of the Red Devils' resurgence.
Carrick's Impact on the Squad
Matheus Cunha praised Carrick's deep understanding of the club and its values, noting how the caretaker boss instilled a sense of togetherness and belief within the team. Carrick's experience as a former player has been instrumental in connecting with the squad and fostering a winning mentality.
Looking Ahead to Fulham
With an eye on the upcoming clash against Fulham, Carrick aims to extend Manchester United's winning streak and solidify their pursuit of Champions League qualification. The momentum from consecutive victories offers optimism for the team's prospects under Carrick's astute leadership.



