Utd's Carrick says Amad has given 'awful lot'

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has praised winger Amad Diallo despite the 23-year-old failing to register a goal or assist since returning from the Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast in December. Amad has scored only twice this season and missed three months with ankle ligament damage, though Carrick highlighted his work ethic and overall contribution to the team's improved performances. The comments came ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Old Trafford.