Carrick added that United need consistency throughout the season if they want to come back to win the Premier League title.
Last season, United's slip in eight games, including defeat by Chelsea, Liverpool and Burnley. However, United still could keep the distance with Chelsea, the defending champion with a points difference.
"We should not lose many points," said Carrick was quoted Tribalfootball.
"Last season, we were a little unlucky. We suffered many defeats and also lost a lot of points."
"Actually, we never experienced such in previous seasons."
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