Carrick's Red Devils Ignite: Sesko Heroics Fuel Man Utd Top Four Push

Carrick's Red Devils Ignite: Sesko Heroics Fuel Man Utd Top Four Push

Arthur Jones
Arthur Jones
Published: Feb 02, 2026

Manchester United hero Benjamin Sesko, fresh from netting a dramatic winner in a five-goal thriller with Fulham, admits that Michael Carrick has improved “work rate” in the Red Devils ranks - allowing an impressive run of results to be enjoyed. United edged out Fulham 3-2 at Old Trafford and have now taken maximum points from three games under their interim head coach.

Carrick's Masterclass: From Crisis to Comeback King

The atmosphere at Old Trafford had soured following Ruben Amorim's departure, with a historic FA Cup exit under Darren Fletcher pushing the club to a 111-year low. Then came Michael Carrick, a man who understood the fabric of Manchester United. A former player with **Premier League** and **Champions League** winner's medals, Carrick was tasked with sparking a revival.

His impact was immediate and undeniable. Carrick's tenure began with a statement victory against rivals Manchester City in the derby. This was swiftly followed by a hard-fought win against table-toppers Arsenal, securing all three points in a five-goal thriller. The momentum was building, and a top-four position, once looking distant, was firmly back in sight.

Sesko's Thunderous Winner: A Sign of What's to Come?

The latest triumph, a gritty 3-2 victory over Fulham, perfectly encapsulated the new spirit. After Fulham dramatically equalized in the **91st minute**, many feared a setback. But **Benjamin Sesko** had other ideas. In the **94th minute**, he spun and unleashed an unstoppable strike into the top corner, igniting wild celebrations and sealing an