The great Manchester United run under Michael Carrick continued as the Red Devils beat Aston Villa 3-1 in the Premier League on Sunday, March 16.
United retained their third position in the Premier League with 54 points from 30 matches, as they continue to eye UEFA Champions League football next season.
Casemiro, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko scored for United to ensure their win, and the great Manchester United run now finds them three points above Aston Villa in the league table.
As the great Manchester United run continues, the Red Devils look to keep a firm hold on third spot to qualify for the coveted UEFA Champions League next season.
The Great Manchester United Run: Michael Carrick Has Turned The Tide For The Red Devils
Since Michael Carrick took charge of the team, Manchester United have earned 22 points in nine Premier League matches with seven wins, a draw and a defeat.
The Red Devils have looked rejuvenated, and a team with purpose under Carrick.
Now, we will take a look at three reasons behind this great Manchester United run under the Englishman.
The Two Brazilians On The Scoresheet
Casemiro scored yet again with a header from a set-piece against Aston Villa on Sunday.
The 34-year-old Brazilian has scored seven goals for the Red Devils so far this season, which is the highest tally he has achieved in a single season.
Casemiro has been an imposing presence from set-pieces this season, and his ability to score with his headers remains a great asset for United. It is a pity to think that he is set to leave the club this summer.
Cunha, too, now has seven goals in 29 matches for Manchester United, and his numbers are identical to those of Casemiro this season.
The younger Brazilian is tireless in his approach and helps United exert their presence in the final third and put pressure on the opposition defence.
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Bruno Fernandes Playing In His Preferred Role
Ruben Amorim, Carrick’s predecessor, played Fernandes in the double-pivot in a 4-2-3-1 primarily.
However, Carrick has played him in his preferred position of a No. 10, which has enabled the Portuguese midfielder to create moves with his adroit passing.
Fernandes now has the freedom to create moves, and his through passes have been incisive to say the least.
With another two assists against Aston Villa, Fernandes’ assists tally this season has risen to 16, with which he has surpassed David Beckham’s record tally for a single season for Manchester United.
Fernandes is looking relieved at the moment, and that has contributed immensely towards the Manchester United run as the Portuguese creator looks to break the Premier League record for assists.
Super Sub Benjamin Sesko In Red Hot Form
Sesko has now scored 10 goals in all competitions this season, and most of those goals have come after coming on as a substitute.
His fresh legs in the match have helped him to outrun the opposition defenders several times.
Sesko’s opportunism has also been evident in his performance for the club so far.
Since Carrick was appointed, the forward has raised his level, and it can be attributed to the fact that the English manager has shown enough faith in him.
Sesko is now scoring regularly after an ordinary run in his initial matches for his new club, and his performances have played their part in continuing the great Manchester United run under Michael Carrick.
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Recording Date: 15.03.2026
