Man Utd strike late as Carrick extends perfect start in Fulham thriller

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 1, 2026 at 05:55 PM

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Michael Carrick extended his perfect start as interim manager of Manchester United with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Fulham at Old Trafford on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Manchester United took the lead twice, but Fulham fought back to equalize in stoppage time. Benjamin Sesko's late goal secured Carrick's third consecutive win since taking over. This victory moved Manchester United into fourth place in the Premier League, boosting their Champions League qualification hopes. Carrick's impressive run of wins raises questions about his potential for a permanent managerial role, despite fan protests against the club's owners before the match.

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Middlesbrough 35% Ruben Amorim 35% Arsenal 40% Manchester City 40% Raul Jimenez 50% Matheus Cunha 50% Old Trafford ×360% Casemiro 60% Fulham ×370% Benjamin Sesko ×275% Michael Carrick ×685% Manchester United ×890%

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manchester united 100% michael carrick 90% premier league 80% fulham 70% old trafford 60% stoppage-time goal 50% champions league 50% perfect start 40% thriller 40%

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Old Trafford

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