# Carrick Promises United Will Fight After Tough Start

> Michael Carrick vows Manchester United will 'come out fighting' despite worst league start in 40 years.
- Title: Carrick Promises United Will Fight After Tough Start
- Summary: Michael Carrick vows Manchester United will 'come out fighting' despite worst league start in 40 years. Manchester United's Michael Carrick says his team…
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- Source: the Guardian — https://theguardian.com/football/2026/oct/12/michael-carrick-manchester-united-no-negativity-atletico-madrid
- Published: 2026-10-12T20:52:16+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: manchester united, michael carrick, champions league, atlético madrid, bruno fernandes, premier league, sports
## Manchester United's Worst Start
Manchester United endured their worst league start since 1986-87 with six points.
## Carrick's Confidence
Michael Carrick insists he is 'loving it' despite the team being in 'a spot'.
## Champions League Challenge
United face Atlético Madrid in the Champions League league phase on Tuesday.
## Bruno Fernandes' Form
Carrick believes Bruno Fernandes can rediscover his form after carrying something.
## Carrick's Mindset
Carrick says the team has confidence and will overcome challenges without negativity.
## Next Steps
United must accept reality and work through their current challenges to succeed.
## Key takeaway

Manchester United's Michael Carrick says his team will overcome a poor league start and Champions League challenge.