Sky Sports Premier League has been trying out a new gimmick called In The Box. Superfans of the teams in TV action are locked in a room for the duration of the match and are only told the score at full time by Dave Jones.

On days like this, when the empire strikes back, everything inside Old Trafford feels different. An air of defiance takes hold of Manchester United, players and supporters alike, and the effect — on the pitch, in the stands — can be overpowering.

Carrick set up United to play direct with long balls forward and huge switches of play causing havoc for City. It worked a treat as Mbeumo, Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu were exceptional and City’s makeshift defense never looked comfortable as Pep Guardiola’s team played in to Carrick’s hands.

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Michael Carrick got off to a flying start as Manchester United coach with a 2-0 win against Manchester City in the Premier League.