Michael Carrick praises Leeds United’s intensity after hard-fought roses derby draw

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick acknowledged the fierce test posed by Leeds United following a tense 1-1 draw at Elland Road.​ According to the Yorkshire Evening Post, Carrick commended his team’s commitment and intensity in a hostile environment after Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring for the visitors in the first half.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin leveled for the Whites shortly after the interval, igniting the home crowd. ​Carrick revealed he spoke to his players ahead of the fixture regarding the historic rivalry and what it takes to secure a result at Elland Road, noting that the venue “definitely tests you.”

While acknowledging the performance was imperfect, the Manchester United boss praised the collective togetherness and determination displayed by his squad to earn a valuable away point in the Premier League encounter.