Michael Carrick, the manager of Manchester United, has expressed that his players are still feeling the sting of their recent 0-1 defeat to Manchester City in the derby. The only goal scored by Erling Haaland has been a point of contention, as United believes it should not have counted due to an offside position involving Enzo Fernandez. Following the match, officials from the VAR team acknowledged that a mistake had been made in allowing the goal to stand.

In a press conference ahead of their League Cup match against Brighton, Carrick noted that the frustration from the derby could serve as a catalyst for improvement. "You can use that as motivation to move forward when things like this happen. The players have shown determination, and I believe they will channel this anger into better performances," he stated.

Currently, Manchester United has garnered only 4 points from their first four matches in the Premier League, a situation Carrick is keen to address. He emphasized the need for the team to regain a winning mentality: "We must move on. While we need to review the derby situation, our focus must be on winning future matches. We have a history of winning, and it's essential to create that habit again. It's easier said than done, but we have the capability to achieve it."

Looking ahead, United will face Brighton at Old Trafford in the League Cup. Carrick acknowledged the challenge posed by Brighton, who had previously defeated United in the FA Cup before he took over as manager in January. He mentioned the importance of balancing squad rotation while also ensuring a strong lineup to avoid further disappointing results.

In terms of player availability, Luke Shaw may return to the lineup, although his participation is not guaranteed. Shaw has been recovering from injuries sustained in recent matches, while Amad Diallo and Matthijs De Ligt continue their rehabilitation. Carrick praised Patrick Dorgu's performances in Shaw's absence, highlighting the depth of the squad.

Additionally, Carrick provided an update on Carlos Baleba, who has resumed training after recovering from an ankle injury. Baleba, who joined from Brighton for £70 million, is expected to rejoin full training soon, although he will not be ready to face his former club. Carrick expressed optimism about Baleba's potential contribution once he is fully fit.

As Manchester United prepares for their upcoming League Cup match, they are aware of the need to avoid another disappointing outcome, especially against a formidable opponent like Brighton.