The world’s most bipolar football club is (so) back.

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Does this mean Carrick has finally proven his mettle, or should the unpleasant events of the first half still have relevance?

We discuss last night’s Champions League, and also discover how Mikel Arteta’s motivational creativity continues to captivate.

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