Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Newcastle at St James’ Park (kick-off 20:15 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Defenders Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire could both be fit after going off in the win over Crystal Palace. “It wasn’t injury, both weren’t feeling too good,” said Carrick. “We’ll see how they are. We’re hoping so, we’re working towards it.”
On their improved form, he said: "I wouldn't use the word surprise, we always strive to win games. Football is a tough game to get results. I'm always learning, things that you could have done a little bit better. It's not so much guarding against it, it's living in the moment, keep grounded with understanding what it takes to win games. We won't get carried away, you have to feed off the confidence and understand that runs of wins are hard to come by. We're hungry for more and want it for as long as it will last."
On Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, Carrick said: "I have a huge amount of respect for Eddie and his staff. I know some of them particularly well. Being from there originally, I have kept a close eye on them. Eddie has done a great job with the success he has brought to the club and the feeling he has created around the whole area. He's a top man and a top coach."
Carrick said grappling at set-pieces has "gone too far", adding: "It wasn't long ago we were told you couldn't lay a hand on anyone in the box and we were told it would be clamped down. It's crept in, the success of corners and being able to put bodies close together has made more teams do it. As a game, it doesn't feel like we've got that balance right."
The boss again praised captain Bruno Fernandes: "There isn't a lot more I can add with Bruno, he's been here for such a long period of time, he's had success in different ways, shown what he is all about, taking responsibility in showing up in the ups and the downs. That sums up Bruno and his character and consistency. He's been a major plus and a fantastic signing since he came in. I'm sure that will continue."
There will be live radio commentary of the game on BBC Radio 5 Live(first half Sports Extra 3), BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website.
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