LONDON CALLING: Red Devils out to disrupt Gunners’ title march
Michael Carrick could hardly have asked for a better start to his second spell as Manchester United’s interim manager, but another huge test awaits away to Premier League leaders Arsenal on Sunday. United were deserved 2–0 winners in last weekend’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford, repeatedly cutting Manchester City open on the counter. Carrick’s side had just 31.8% possession yet attempted 11 shots, hitting the target seven times, compared to City’s seven efforts and 0.45 expected goals (xG). United’s chances were worth 2.27 xG, and they also had three goals disallowed and twice struck the woodwork before Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu sealed a statement victory. After hosting second‑placed City, United now head to the Emirates to face Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, who sit 15 points clear of them at the top. Carrick remains unbeaten as United boss (P4 W3 D1) […]
