Momentum vs Reality: Manchester United’s February schedule could shape top-four race

Manchester United have undergone a renaissance since Michael Carrick’s return to the helm in mid-January to replace sacked manager Ruben Amorim until the end of the season.

Carrick could not have hoped for a more challenging start to his second managerial journey at Old Trafford as his side faced Manchester City on his touchline debut.

However, the Red Devils put on arguably their best performance in two years, beating Pep Guardiola’s side 2-0, only a week before taking another huge scalp.