Manchester United are riding a wave of euphoria after securing their third consecutive victory under Michael Carrick. The hero at Old Trafford was Benjamin Šeško, who came off the bench to score a dramatic stoppage-time winner in the 94th minute, sealing a thrilling 3–2 victory over Fulham.

Following the match, the Slovenian striker was full of praise for the English manager’s impact, highlighting a radical transformation in the team’s preparation:

"The work rate is definitely different now. You can see it in how we work for each other off the ball; everyone is focused and covering their spaces. In the end, that is what counts for getting these results," Sesko told official media.

A change in mentality and standards

Since the departure of Ruben Amorim, United have rediscovered a level of solidity and energy that had seemed lost. Šeško emphasized that the demands in training have been raised significantly, something that is clearly reflected in the team’s ability to fight back in matches and maintain pressure until the very last second.

Key points of the “Carrick Effect”:

• Defensive intensity: Šeško highlighted that the work off the ball has changed the team’s overall dynamic.
• Man-management: Carrick has restored confidence to players who had been in the background, such as Šeško himself and Mainoo.
• Immediate results: Three wins against high-profile opponents like Manchester City, Arsenal, and now Fulham have propelled United into fourth place in the Premier League.

With this goal, Šeško now has four goals in his last four matches, cementing himself as a key figure for a Manchester United side that, under Carrick’s guidance, appears to have finally found its competitive identity at the start of 2026.

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