Valdas Dambrauskas (Sabah FK coach) on Micheal Carrick's words to him after the final whistle

“First of all, I’d love to say it’s a real honor for me to be here, playing against Manchester United. This is a moment I’ll remember for the rest of my life.”

“Carrick is a really young and experienced coach. He has already taught me a lot from this game, just by the way he managed his team.”

“After the final whistle, he came to me and simply said, ‘It’s an honor to play against your team.’”

“I honestly didn’t know what to say. You’re standing there after playing against Manchester United, and the manager of that club is showing you that kind of respect.”

“He didn’t have to say those words. He could have just walked away, but he came to me.”

“That is what football should be about. Competition for 90 minutes, respect for a lifetime.”

“I came here hoping to learn something. I’m leaving with memories I’ll never forget.”