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Man United vs. Aston Villa: Who Will Take Charge in Race for UCL?
Caretaker Michael Carrick’s strong run has made him a leading candidate, while Unai Emery’s record with Aston Villa keeps him in contention, influencing Manchester United’s choice.
- On Sunday, Manchester United face Aston Villa at Old Trafford, with the club's choice of permanent manager likely to hinge on that result and caretaker Michael Carrick's recent form.
- After being named interim boss, Carrick revitalised a struggling Manchester United side with back-to-back wins over Manchester City and Arsenal and has lost only one game since.
- In evidence from the game, United secured a 3-1 win, Bruno Fernandes supplied his 16th assist, and they recorded a 1.07 xG with 85% possession.
- Jamie Carragher urged United to favour Emery, while Rooney said 'I know him very well' as Carrick insisted he was not listening to the likes of Rooney.
- Unai Emery's record managing Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Sevilla means a strong result would boost his case, as Villa were part of a title race until a few weeks ago and he backs himself to succeed at United.
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Wayne Rooney believes Manchester United should appoint Michael Carrick as their permanent manager after their 3-1 win over Aston Villa. Speaking to the BBC after the match, he said: "100 per cent he should take the job. I've said that before. I knew it was going to happen with Michael Carrick." "I know him very well. I know his character and his personality. The team needed a calm head, but also someone who knows the club and the players needed …
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