Carrick: Atletico resemble Real Madrid and Barcelona, and Bruno is playing injured
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed high respect for Atletico Madrid ahead of their Champions League clash, comparing their stature to Real Madrid and Barcelona. He also noted that Bruno Fernandes is currently playing through an injury.
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Michael Carrick, the Manchester United manager , insists his side won't treat Atletico Madrid any differently from Barcelona or Real Madrid. He pointed to the danger the Madrid club carry and the vast Champions League experience they possess.
The Englishman spoke at his press conference at the Metropolitano, ahead of the meeting with Atletico Madrid .
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