Michael Carrick expects Manchester United to improve
• Midfielder believes United will thrive
• Carrick looking forward to Leeds tie
Michael Carrick is looking forward to lpaying Leeds. Photograph: Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto
Michael Carrick is expecting far more convincing displays from Manchester United during the second half of the season.
"We have not hit top form all season, especially at home," said Carrick. "We have just been doing enough to get through. We know we are better than that and now is the time to do it.
"It is a busy time until the end of the season. We need to get a run going and start playing some good football.
"We are in a good position in the league, we have the FA Cup coming up, we are through to the Champions League last 16 and reached the Carling Cup semi-finals. We have done as much as we can so far. Now is the time to really drive on and achieve things again. That is why we are here."
Carrick is also relishing Manchester United's FA Cup tie with Leeds this weekend. "Experiencing those types of feisty atmospheres are why you play football," he said. "Rivalries like that add extra spice. It is great for the fans and good for the players.
"No matter where you play, or whether the atmosphere is for or against you, it is a great feeling to play. Leeds are bringing a lot of fans and we are looking forward to it. It should be a cracking game."
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