Story byBryan Mbeumo reveals how Carrick has turned things aroundThe Peoples PersonSun, January 18, 2026 at 5:30 AM UTC·3 min readManchester United put in a flawless performance as they overpowered Manchester City 2-0 in the Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Saturday. Michael Carrick’s reign got off to the perfect start, and it could have been even more comprehensive if not for United hitting the post twice and three goals ruled out for marginal offsides. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe caretaker head coach set the team up in an ideal fashion, playing players in their preferred positions instead of trying too many unnecessary things like it was under Ruben Amorim. And that paid dividends, as goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu ensured all three points for the hosts. Bryan Mbeumo shines on his returnThe Cameroonian only returned from AFCON a few days ago, and was brought back into the starting lineup immediately despite Benjamin Sesko’s recent good form. Things have changed at the club, with a new head coach and coaching staff in position. That did not affect the ex-Brentford ace one bit as he registered his eighth goal since joining in the summer. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHe lauded the squad for getting to grips with Carrick’s demands in only three days and then going on to produce arguably their best performance of the season in such a high-pressure game.“When I came back a lot of things changed,” he told Sky Sports after the game. “I think we have a very good group.