Michael Carrick praised the performances of Mason Mount and Patrick Dorgu after Manchester United ended their Premier League campaign with a 3-0 victory over Brighton at the Amex Stadium. Goals from Dorgu, Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes secured the win, with Fernandes also breaking the league's single-season assist record with his 21st of the campaign.
Carrick, who took charge of the team for the final match, highlighted the contributions of two players he deemed unsung heroes. Dorgu was making his first start in four months after recovering from injury, while Mount was only making his second start under Carrick's management.
'It gives us confidence, without getting carried away,' Carrick said. 'I think Patrick especially, it was a massive setback for him when he got injured, but the way he's just got on with it. To come back like he did today is great. I have to say, I thought Mason in particular as well, coming and playing midfield, I was delighted for him. He did ever so well.'
The win capped a strong end to the season for United, with youngsters such as Amad and Kobbie Mainoo also impressing. Carrick believes the experience will prove invaluable for the club's younger players as they continue to develop.
