Every word of Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo's AS Roma pre-match press conference
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14-second readMichael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo discussed Manchester United's upcoming Champions League match against AS Roma at a pre-match press conference, with Carrick expressing confidence in the team's capabilities despite recent poor results. Carrick stated that the team has shown promising performances in bursts and is looking forward to the game.

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Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo discussed Manchester United's upcoming Champions League match against AS Roma at a pre-match press conference, with Carrick expressing confidence in the team's capabilities despite recent poor results. Carrick stated that the team has shown promising performances in bursts and is looking forward to the game. Mainoo described the season as tough but felt a single win could change the team's fortunes. The press conference was reported by The Peoples Person.
Carrick addressed concerns about player commitment, particularly regarding Lisandro Martinez, stating that he has no concerns about the player's commitment to the club despite recent incidents and a sending off. Carrick also discussed the return of Patrick, noting it was his first day back with the group and that he wouldn't be involved in the upcoming match. Mainoo acknowledged the team's struggles and the fans' frustration, accepting that the players owe it to the fans to achieve better results.
Carrick and Mainoo also touched on the team's dynamics and the manager's role, with Mainoo indicating that the players appreciate the manager's protective stance and are committed to repaying that support on the pitch. Carrick dismissed concerns about the dressing room's discipline, describing it as a good place with strong player commitment. He emphasized that the team needs to improve performances and decision-making.
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Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo have been speaking to the media at the pre-match press conference ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash with AS ROma at Old Trafford. Here is every word of the presser. Reporter: Kobbie, can you just put into words kind of what the season has been like on a personal level, like the players as well, so far? Mainoo: I mean, of course it’s been a tough season. We’ve not had the results we’ve wanted, but, you know, we need to look forward now.
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The Peoples Person · reported · 2026-11-02 14:40 UTC
Every word of Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo’s AS Roma pre-match press conference ↗
Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo have been speaking to the media at the pre-match press conference ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash with AS ROma at Old Trafford.Here is every...
The Peoples Person · reported · 2026-11-02 14:40 UTC
Every word of Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo's AS Roma pre-match press conference ↗
Michael Carrick and Kobbie Mainoo have been addressing the media at the AS Roma pre-match press conference.
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