Manchester United stunned Arsenal 3‑2 at the Emirates, with Matheus Cunha netting an 87th‑minute winner. Interim boss Michael Carrick celebrated alongside his children in the away stand, while owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe smiled from the directors’ box. The victory marked United’s first triumph at Arsenal in eight years.

Carrick’s side have collected six points from two games, eclipsing the pace set by former interim Ruben Amorim, who needed five matches for seven points before a three‑game slump. Switching back to a four‑defender shape, recalling Kobbie Mainoo, and deploying Patrick Dorgu on the left, the new setup has already yielded two goals.

Fans and pundits who dismissed Carrick in favour of Oliver Glasner now face a reality check. After beating Manchester City and Arsenal, United sit higher in the table and enjoy a surge in confidence. Next up is a clash with a top‑four rival, where sustaining momentum will determine whether Carrick earns the permanent role.