This article was originally published on www.si.com as ‘Play to Our Strengths’—Michael Carrick Highlights Man Utd Tactic Behind Derby Victory. Michael Carrick suggested that Manchester United’s victory over Manchester City at Old Trafford was underpinned by a simple idea: playing to the team’s strengths and doing the basics well.

Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney break down how Manchester United's shape frustrated Manchester City in Michael Carrick's first game as interim manager.

Former United midfielder Quinton Fortune has welcomed the appointment of Carrick, citing his humility as a key ingredient to United’s famous DNA. “I have been very fortunate to play there,” Fortune told Sky Sports. “The very core of Manchester United is about humility. When you look at Michael, he is the most humble person you can find.

The Manchester derby is always a spectacle, and the latest clash between Manchester United and Manchester City did not disappoint. From critical decisions by the referees to near-misses on goal, this match had it all.

Michael Carrick has now been appointed as Manchester United's caretaker boss, and his first task will be to take on Manchester City.

Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville implores clubs hierarchy to move for Carlo Ancelotti, Thomas Tuchel or Mauricio Pochettino this summer after sacking Ruben Amorim and appointing Michael C

Pep Guardiola admitted he is unsure as to interim manager Michael Carrick’s tactics ahead of his Manchester City side’s visit to Old Trafford on Saturday. The Spaniard, taking part in his 27th