'I am being realistic' - Carrick sends clear message on Man United’s Premier League title chances
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Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick has admitted that while a late surge to the Premier League title cannot be completely dismissed, his side must stay grounded about their current position.
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United strengthened their top-four ambitions with a 2-1 comeback victory over Crystal Palace on Sunday.
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The Red Devils are enjoying a strong spell, collecting six wins and a draw from their last seven matches. However, they remain 13 points off the summit ahead of a crucial clash with Newcastle.
What Carrick said
Carrick acknowledged the scale of the challenge facing his team.
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He said, “You cannot rule anything out in football, but we have to be realistic. Above us now, there are two fantastic teams.
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“Of course, I’m being realistic about it. We have to win a lot of football matches for that to happen.”
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Manchester United plays Newcastle at St James Park on Wednesday.
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