Michael Carrick gives update on Lisandro Martinez injury
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick did not seem too concerned by Lisandro Martinez’s injury, with the defender expected to be out for one-two weeks with a small calf complaint.
“He picked up something during the week. It doesn’t seem too bad at all,” Carrick told Sky. “We’re working through that at the moment. He’s not available tonight. Leny Yoro has done well, he comes in and we move forward.”
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 08:00
Man United are transformed under Michael Carrick and Benjamin Sesko proves it
When Manchester United were looking for a saviour this season, they opted not to revert to their greatest super-sub. They may not have Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the dugout but they seem to have his successor in spirit on the pitch. Benjamin Sesko is yet to start a game under Michael Carrick but he has come off the bench to score three times, all significant, delivering an extra five points.
First the winner against Fulham, then an equaliser at West Ham, now a decider at Everton. It was early by Sesko’s standards – in the 71st minute – but it felt further evidence of Carrick’s nous.
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 07:00
Benjamin Sesko’s goals from the benchvs Everton (1-0, 72’) vs West Ham (1-1, 96’)vs Fulham (3-2, 94’)
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 06:00
After seven home games without a win, it might come as a relief to Everton that they go away to Newcastle on Saturday.
After that, the host strugglers Burnley on Tuesday.
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 05:00
What’s next for Manchester United?
Michael Carrick’s side host Crystal Palace on Sunday – the Eagles will be playing in the Europa Conference League on Thursday.
Then, there’s a short turnaround before Manchester United go to Newcastle on Wednesday.
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 04:00
Michael Carrick ‘delighted’ with ‘immense’ goalkeeper Senne Lammens
Michael Carrick tells BBC Match of the Day: “He made a couple really good saves, he looked calm and composed in a tough environment. A lot of corners coming in under his crossbar, didn’t get flustered, took some good chances and clean hands. He was immense for us tonight.
“I’m delighted with the result and spirit, the boys digging deep and sacrificing for each other. Results wise it’s been good, But there is still much to come from us.”
(AFP via Getty Images)
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 03:00
Senne Lammens on defending Everton’s corners and set-pieces
Player of the match Senne Lammens tells Sky Sports: “Everton are a physical team, their defenders are really big, We knew the corners and set pieces would be difficult, It’s a strength of mine, but today it was a bit over the top! I had to be behind the line in order to come out. It was too much, but it can be difficult for the referee to see it.
“Sometimes you can’t be thinking too much about players around you, because then you aren’t thinking about the ball. My defenders can cerate space for me, so I have opportunity to come and punch the ball away. But it is getting more and more difficult.”
Everton had 10 corners tonight; Lammens kept his first away clean sheet in the Premier League
Senne Lammens (Getty Images)
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 02:00
Sesko: ‘We were fighting. It was a 50-50 battle’
Benjamin Sesko tells Sky Sports: “It was really important for us to win this game. It was really difficult. We were fighting. They were fighting. It was a really 50-50 battle but we managed it until the end and secured the win.
“For me, it’s important whenever I come on to try and help the team. That is why I’m here. Whether that is five minutes or 90 minutes, it doesn’t really matter. It’s about showing I can deliver if I possibly can and I’m really happy with that.”
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 01:00
Man United ‘virtually a guarantee’ to qualify for Champions League
Perhaps some mind games from Liverpool great Jamie Carragher here?
He believes Manchester United are “virtually a guarantee” to finish in the Champions League places come the end of the season, as he sees Liverpool and Chelsea dropping more points.
He tells Sky Sports: “Aston Villa look like they’re dropping points at the moment. They’ve got the European football on a Thursday night. Liverpool and Chelsea are both still in the Champions League and the FA Cup, and will want to do well in at least one of those competitions – a semi-final or a final.
“I can’t see Manchester United not making it.”
(Peter Byrne/PA Wire)
Jamie Braidwood24 February 2026 00:00
Michael Carrick on Manchester United’s ‘massive’ win at Everton
Michael Carrick, speaking to Sky Sports:
“We had the first four games and the first four wins in a row and some really good performances in there. I expected a period where we would have to find ourselves a little bit and get a result. We did it to a point at West Ham and we did it today.
“That spirit, sacrifice and willingness to work for each other as a team. The way we had to defend our box together at the end of the game. In the end a clean sheet and massive win for us.
“It didn’t come easy for us tonight. I’ve never had an easy game against Everton. It was one of those nights for us. We had to dig deep. It was a hit of a struggle at times but those are the best ones to win.”
(AP)
Jamie Braidwood23 February 2026 23:30