Four years, one month and 15 days separate the final game of Michael Carrick's first stint in charge of Manchester United and his first match back against Manchester City on Saturday - and it is fair to say that a lot has changed at Old Trafford.

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. Even with the defensive injuries plaguing Pep Guardiola’s side,

MICHAEL CARRICK looked back on a dream start as Manchester United interim boss and told his players: Now do that every week. The Red Devils produced a sensational performance in his first game

Michael Carrick will take charge of his first Manchester United game on Saturday against their city rivals with a selection of experienced background staff

In truth, only losing 2–0 flattered City. Between the three disallowed goals ruled out for marginal offsides, Harry Maguire hitting the bar, Amad Diallo striking the post and a world class save from Gianluigi Donnarumma among his many stops throughout, United could have scored far more.

Michael Carrick has attempted to lift the spirits of disillusioned Manchester United fans by insisting there is still 'magic' about Old Trafford despite the turmoil that has engulfed the club over the past few years and the decline in results.

Old Trafford erupts as Matheus Cunha picks out Patrick Dorgu to give Manchester United a 2-0 lead against Manchester City.