The Athletic FC Podcast

Has Manchester derby defeat put Carrick under pressure?

September 14, 2026·39 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Erling Haaland settled the 199th Manchester derby with the only goal as Man City came away from Old Trafford with a 1-0 win.Emma Paton is joined by The Athletic's Cerys Jones and former England goalkeeper Rob Green to pick through a controversial meeting.Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell reflects on Michael Carrick's anger at the decision to allow Haaland's goal with former Premier League referee Graham Scott joining us to explain the VAR process.Man City correspondent Sam Lee explains the significance of the derby win for Enzo Maresca and we also wrap-up some of the other key talking points from the weekend with Seb Stafford-Bloor.Host: Emma PatonWith: Cerys Jones and Rob GreenFeaturing: Laurie Whitwell, Graham Scott, Sam Lee and Seb Stafford-BloorExecutive Producer: Guy ClarkeProducer: Jay BealeVideographer: Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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