United failed to capitalise on Phil Foden's first-half red card at Old Trafford on Sunday and paid the price when Erling Haaland scored a controversial winner in the 60th minute. Manchester City's Norwegian striker #09 Erling Haaland celebrates scoring the team's first goal during the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on September 13, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)Michael Carrick wants Manchester United to channel the frustration of their derby defeat to Manchester City as they seek to get back on track against Brighton in the League Cup.United failed to capitalise on Phil Foden's first-half red card at Old Trafford on Sunday and paid the price when Erling Haaland scored a controversial winner in the 60th minute.The goal was initially disallowed for offside on the field but VAR overturned the decision, even though City's Enzo Fernandez, who was clearly offside, was interfering with play.Refereeing body Pro Ref acknowledged an "error of judgement", saying that the video assistant referee should have recommended an on-field review.Carrick said that his team must move on from their costly defeat as they prepare for Wednesday's League Cup third-round match against Brighton."I understand it's a new season, it's a fresh season and the points tally right now is not what we want it t...
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