Michael Carrick got off to a flying start as Manchester United manager with an impressive 2-0 win against their cross-town rivals Manchester City.

Thomas Frank is in danger of being sacked after his future as Tottenham manager was reportedly discussed by the club’s hierarchy on Sunday.

Aston Villa’s Premier League title challenge suffered a huge blow in a 1-0 defeat against Everton, while Newcastle’s push towards the top four was derailed by a 0-0 draw at Wolves on Sunday (Monday AEDT).

Michael Carrick’s Manchester United beat Manchester City 2-0 on Saturday (Sunday AEDT), dealing a huge blow to their neighbours’ Premier League title hopes, as sorry Tottenham slipped to defeat against relegation-threatened West Ham.

Antoine Semenyo made himself an instant Manchester City hero as Pep Guardiola’s men took a giant stride towards the League Cup final with a 2-0 win at Newcastle, although the win was not without controversy.