Manchester United finally ended their winless streak of nine games with a 3-2 win against Roma at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. A second half comeback thanks to a an inspiring Matheus Cunha performance, winning a penalty and scoring a brace, saw United fans smiling again.

With United still struggling in the Premier League, sitting on seven points ahead of game week ten avoiding the relegation zone by goal difference, Michael Carrick will be desperate to use the qualities from Tuesday's win and carry them over into their next match against Unai Emery's Aston Villa.

There were many positives to take from Tuesday's comeback, particularly the intensity and desire that United played with. It was a clear contrast to what United had displayed this season already.

Building on that performance is crucial to Michael Carrick's hopes of turning around the league form as well to push for a place in Europe by the end of the season. United have a strong record against Villa at home, and tomorrow is a chance to continue that record.

Speaking ahead of United's clash with Villa, Carrick revealed view of the performance in the Champions League, praising the standard displayed on the pitch.

He stated, "The second half of our victory against Roma was Manchester United at its best.

"To get the win, the lads had to fight together and show the qualities that our club is all about – bravery, courage and resilience…

"We absolutely know there is so much more to come from our team."

This has boosted the optimism in the fanbase heading into Sunday

Previous games have seen United struggle to keep up with the pace of games, often getting overran throughout the pitch, but the Roma win finally saw the opposite. The momentum shift after Cunha won the penalty spirited United on with the energy needed. 

The badge has been heavy on the shirts of the players so far this season, but with fans finally having hope and a full Old Trafford waiting on Sunday, this a great opportunity for Carrick to build on this momentum.

United get the most joy when players are used to their strengths, with Kobbie Mainoo being a pivotal factor in this. The academy graduate has been a shining light this season despite a dull start.

Carrick must reward the players who are delivering to keep confidence high, such as Mainoo as well as Leny Yoro and Matheus Cunha who have been more rotational this season.

Aston Villa will be no easy outing, with summer signings Nicolas Jackson and Johan Manzambi in fine form and looking with eager eyes at a shaken Man United defence.

With so much riding on this game, Carrick and the squad need to deliver, carrying the confidence from the Champions League to finally see some stability in the squad in the league.