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Carrick: No personal agenda vs. Glasner
1 Mar
Summary
- Michael Carrick downplays personal rivalry with Oliver Glasner.
- Manchester United aims for third place in the league.
- Key defenders Martinez and de Ligt face injury concerns.
Michael Carrick, Manchester United's interim manager, has dismissed any notion that facing Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner, a contender for the permanent United coaching position, will influence his approach to Sunday's match. Carrick emphasized his respect for Palace and Glasner but stressed that his sole focus is on securing a victory for his team.
Carrick's interim tenure has been highly successful, with five wins and a draw from six games. This strong performance means Manchester United could move into third place in the Premier League standings for the first time since the 2022-23 season, should they defeat Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
The team is currently dealing with defensive absences. Matthijs de Ligt has been out with a back injury, and Lisandro Martinez is recovering from a calf problem, though Carrick described it as a minor issue expected to resolve soon.
With strong performances, Manchester United has a chance to solidify their position in the Champions League places, especially given the challenging upcoming fixtures for rivals Chelsea.
