"The good bits first. Substitute Benjamin Sesko produced a sublime finish in the 96th minute to maintain Carrick's unbeaten start as United boss. It was the type of dramatic ending Sir Alex Ferguson would have been proud of, and it meant that the United fans who braved the London rain headed back to Manchester with the feel-good factor intact. Carrick can also be pleased that West Ham were restricted to very little aside from Tomáš Souček's goal just after half-time."
"It was a different test for Carrick after games against Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur. West Ham, battling for every point at the bottom of the table, were happy to sit back, defend deep and concede possession. United had nearly 65% of the ball, but managed just three shots on target. Fortunately for Carrick, the last of those came from Sesko with the type of improvised genius that made him one of the most highly rated young players in the world."
Michael Carrick remained unbeaten as Manchester United manager after a 1-1 draw at West Ham's London Stadium, secured by Benjamin Sesko's 96th-minute equaliser. Tomáš Souček scored just after half-time to give West Ham the lead. United dominated possession with nearly 65% of the ball but produced only three shots on target and struggled to create clear chances for long spells. West Ham defended deep and conceded possession to frustrate United. Sesko's improvised finish underlined his potential, while United's creative issues persist and consideration remains over offering Carrick the permanent managerial role.
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