Michael Carrick closing in on Manchester United managerial record | OneFootball

Michael Carrick is on the verge of eclipsing a long-standing Manchester United record after extending his unbeaten run with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton on Monday.

Across two separate spells in the dugout – his initial caretaker stint in 2021 and his current tenure – Carrick is unbeaten in nine matches.

Only two United managers have overseen more matches from the start of their tenure without defeat – Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Herbert Bamlett.

Carrick’s current tally of nine matches (W7, D2) places him third on this distinguished list, surpassing several legendary figures who have graced the Old Trafford dugout.

Since his appointment in January 2026 as Ruben Amorim’s successor, Carrick has overseen a remarkable turnaround in the club’s fortunes.

United have collected 16 points from a possible 18 under him – a run that has included victories over Manchester City, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.

The 44-year-old was named Premier League Manager of the Month for January and has wasted no time in steering his side back to winning ways following a 1-1 draw with West Ham United.

Monday’s victory over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium helped United climb to fourth in the Premier League table, three points clear of Chelsea and Liverpool.