"Carrick" delivers a sharp reply on the 'slot' race to finish higher before Manchester United faces Liverpool in the Red Devils clash,
On 1 May 2026 GMT+7, Michael Carrick, interim manager of Manchester United, spoke at a press conference ahead of the Premier League's big Red Devils clash, the Week 35 highlight of the 2025-26 season, scheduled for Sunday, 3 May at 21:30 GMT+7.
The two teams meet at a critical moment as they battle for 3rd place in the Premier League standings. If either Manchester United or Liverpool wins this match, they have a strong chance to finish the season higher than the other.
3. Manchester United: 61 points (17 wins, 10 draws, 7 losses, 60 goals scored, 46 conceded, goal difference +14)
4. Liverpool: 58 points (17 wins, 7 draws, 10 losses, 57 goals scored, 44 conceded, goal difference +13)
If Manchester United beats Liverpool in this game, they will secure a place in next season's UEFA Champions League. Michael Carrick spoke about managing the team in his first Red Devils game, ahead of potentially earning a permanent contract, saying, "Managing the team against Liverpool at Old Trafford is a great honor."
"This is undoubtedly a standout game. Of course, we have many rivals, but this match is at the forefront because of its history, successes and failures, entertainment, and emotions. Even league positions never change the feelings of players or fans. I truly appreciate what this game means to them."
"(The chance to finish above Liverpool this season) shows the development of this group. We are getting stronger and are in a very good position before this game. I am well aware that the situation between us is very close, but we are not focusing on that."
"Liverpool is a good team with quality players and won the league last year. Therefore, Sunday’s game will be completely different."
"For Manchester United, we are close to securing European football next season, so the next goal should be continuous development each season."
"We want to be a successful team and win titles again. That must be the goal. It will not be easy or smooth, but it must be a challenge. We must compete for the biggest trophies. We have done it in the past, and we must do it again."