Michael Carrick responds to social media dig from Man United legend Paul Scholes

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·13 marzo 2026

Michael Carrick, interim manager of Manchester United, has dismissed social media criticism from former teammate Paul Scholes.
Scholes posted on Instagram after Manchester United's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle, stating the team had been “crap last four games”.
Scholes later clarified his comments to Carrick, assuring him they were not meant to be offensive.
Carrick shrugged off the remarks as 'nothing', attributing them to social media misinterpretation and stating he was not worried.
Carrick also believes Harry Maguire's consistent performances under his management have put the defender back in contention for an England recall.