Manchester United’s line-up to take on Manchester City in the derby has been confirmed.
Having been knocked out of the FA Cup, the only thing Manchester United has to play for is Champions League football.
Michael Carrick hasn’t set a Champions League target; however, this is the one way that the head coach can give himself a chance of being made permanent.
This all starts with Carrick’s first of 17 games, the Manchester derby.
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United lost 3-0 to City away earlier this season under Ruben Amorim, but Old Trafford will be desperate for something to shout about.
Carrick has been leading training since Wednesday, taking over from Darren Fletcher.
Here is what his first line-up looks like for the game…
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Patrick Dorgu is also starting on the wing, with Mbeumo up front despite Sesko’s recent form.
Harry Maguire is making his first start since November alongside Lisandro Martinez in the centre of defence.
In midfield, Kobbie Mainoo gets another start alongside Casemiro for the first time this season, with Bruno Fernandes ahead of them.
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