EPL: Carrick rejects ‘easy start’ talk about Man United’s opening fixtures

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has labeled suggestions of a favorable opening fixture list for his team as "pretty ridiculous." The Red Devils begin their Premier League campaign away at Hull City, who earned promotion via the Championship play-offs, followed by a home match against newly promoted Ipswich Town.

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A newly promoted team away from home is a tough game.

Despite the perception that these fixtures offer a strong chance for United to build early momentum, Carrick insists that newly promoted sides pose a significant threat. He drew upon his own experiences, acknowledging the difficulty of playing against such teams, particularly on their home turf.

"A newly promoted team away from home is a tough game," Carrick stated, as reported by BBC Sport. "I’ve been involved in them in the past, so I’m fully aware of what’s coming at us on Saturday and what we’ve got to be ready for."

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I’ve been involved in them in the past, so I’m fully aware of what’s coming at us on Saturday and what we’ve got to be ready for.

Carrick is therefore bracing his squad for a demanding opener at Hull and has emphasized the need for his players to approach the game with the utmost seriousness. He also cautioned against any complacency when they face Ipswich at Old Trafford for their first home league game of the season, despite the seemingly easier schedule.

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It’s not favourable. It’s an easy thing to throw out there but it’s pretty ridiculous. I’m not taking it that way at all.