Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has reflected on his team's performance following a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Leeds. Carrick praised the squad for their spirit in what he described as a significant historical clash.
There was definitely effort on display. It needed to be there today, and I had no doubt about that.
I was eagerly anticipating the match to see this, and it certainly had that sharpness and intensity.
This morning, I spoke to the lads about the history of this fixture and its importance to the fans and the club. It was definitely a serious test for us. The game wasn't perfect, but we demonstrated a lot of determination to get a result.
We’re not too carried away because we didn’t win the match. Today felt like a fresh start, especially considering where we are. The boys are desperate to succeed, for each other and for the club.
Both teams earned a point fairly, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin answering Brian Mbemo’s strike.
However, for Carrick's men, this result continues to fall short. After seven outings, Manchester United has just seven points and one solitary win, with the team now on a six-match winless streak across all competitions.
