Man United vs Liverpool: Carrick opens up on Ferguson health scare ahead of derby clash

Michael Carrick confessed he was emotionally burdened during his side's 3–2 victory over Liverpool, following a terrifying pre-match medical emergency involving Sir Alex Ferguson.

The legendary 84-year-old former manager was urgently rushed to a local hospital directly from the Old Trafford directors' box shortly before kickoff after reportedly suffering a sudden dizzy spell and shortness of breath.

Carrick was asked about Sir Alex by the media in the post-match, press conference, and he spoke candidly, admitting that he was hit by the news. 

“I haven’t got any updates so I don’t know the latest,” he said. “I did hear about it before the game so I was aware about that.

“All I can say is I was very affected by it the news. I hope he is all right. We hope him to be in good shape and we wish him all the best and hopefully the result gives him a good boost.”

Despite the massive emotional toll, Carrick successfully orchestrated a commanding tactical performance that inflicted defeat upon Arne Slot’s defending champions, a  result that mathematically secured Manchester United's qualification for next season's Champions League following a financially detrimental two-year absence from Europe's elite competition.