"Manchester United enjoyed a dream start to life under interim manager Michael Carrick as they beat bitter rivals Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford last Saturday. It was a perfect response to a dismal four-game winless run beforehand and also a timely morale boost ahead of the team's trip to North London to face Premier League pacesetters Arsenal. Second-half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu sealed the deal for the Red Devils in what was arguably their best performance since the start of last season."
"Whether it was beginner's luck or the beginning of a new era remains uncertain, but Carrick achieved more on his touchline debut than Ruben Amorim did during his 13-month tenure. Unlike his predecessor, the 44-year-old trusted academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo to start in what could prove a season-defining match for United, and the youngster lived up to the billing."
"One of the numerous setbacks of Amorim's regime was his lack of trust in the youth sector. Indeed, the former Sporting CP boss was often reluctant to rely on academy products, preferring experience over potential, even as results continued to tail off. However, that practice seems likely to change under Carrick, who, like Darren Fletcher, is not afraid to put his faith in the club's academy and entrust young players with prominent roles on the biggest stage."
Michael Carrick's interim reign began with a 2-0 victory over Manchester City at Old Trafford, ending a four-game winless run and providing a morale boost ahead of the trip to Arsenal. Second-half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu produced what was arguably Manchester United's best performance since the start of last season. Carrick entrusted academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo with a start, a clear contrast to the previous manager's reluctance to use youth. Carrick's willingness to promote young players could introduce renewed energy and confidence and mark a tactical and cultural shift at the club.
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