#1012 | Ed and Dharnish conclude their tactical review of the season, focusing on Michael Carrick’s interim spell at United. Carrick’s appointment mean no return for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and quickly produced results, with a focus on pragmatic but front-foot football. Carrick immediately installed a 4-2-3-1 system, highlighted by compact defending, fast transitions, plus one- and two-touch combinations in tight spaces. The strong results won him the job permanently, but slow starts and limited pressing/counter-pressing point to opportunities for improvement next season. What will Carrickball bring with the addition of more physical midfielders?

00:00 Introduction

02:23 Carrick Appointment Context

03:24 City Game Tactical Setup

05:47 Compact Defence and Transitions

09:06 Rondos and Quick Combinations

11:03 Results Run and Carrick's Pragmatism

16:03 Next Step: Pressing and Midfield Evolution

22:03 Transfer Wishlist and Squad Gaps

23:41 Carrick's Track Record

26:02 Wrap Up

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