Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed deep pride in his squad following a thrilling 3-2 Champions League comeback victory against Roma at Old Trafford.

Trailing by two goals early on, United staged a dramatic late rally spearheaded by Matheus Cunha—who scored twice—and teenage academy graduate Shea Lacey, whose decisive playmaking off the bench inspired the turnaround.

Carrick rejected claims that the win provided personal relief, emphasizing instead his satisfaction for the players’ dedication: “It was more; I was genuinely pleased for the players. I know how much they care… It was just more seeing everybody and the feeling that we can generate when we do things right!”

Singling out Lacey, Carrick lauded the youngster’s fearlessness and all-around shift, while also praising Cunha’s match-winning impact despite a late red card.

Cunha similarly hailed Lacey’s assist and the broader influence of the club’s academy graduates, admitting he barely believed the comeback was possible as the ball traveled into the net.