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Carrick Faces Frank: A Managerial Reunion with History
6 Feb
Summary
- Michael Carrick to manage Manchester United against Thomas Frank's Spurs.
- Carrick previously interviewed Frank for a Champions League match.
- Tottenham won all four matches against United last season.
Manchester United's caretaker manager, Michael Carrick, is set to face Tottenham's Thomas Frank at Old Trafford this Saturday. The encounter gains a unique dimension as Carrick had previously interviewed Frank ahead of the Dane's Champions League fixture for the north London club. Carrick reflected positively on their September conversation, noting, "I really enjoyed it, actually. We got on very well."
Carrick has had a successful start in his interim role, securing victories against strong opponents. However, he acknowledges the challenge posed by Tottenham, especially considering their past dominance over United. Last season, Tottenham won all four meetings between the two clubs.
Carrick holds positive memories of his time at Tottenham, where he played before his lucrative move to Old Trafford in 2006. He emphasized that his move to Manchester United was a significant career step. The team is reportedly in good spirits, with Carrick urging his players to remain grounded and focus on the upcoming fixture.
