BBC · Nov 11, 2024
Carrick happy for Boro to take a breather
Image caption, Michael Carrick has a 50% win rate as Middlesbrough head coach with 52 wins from 104 gamesMiddlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick wants his players to recharge their batteries during the international break ready for the long winter slog.
Boro are seventh in the Championship, one point outside the play-offs after scoring nine goals in wins over QPR and Luton Town.
It is their highest position of the season, but rather than worry about losing momentum, Carrick believes it is time to take stock.
"It's that time of year for the boys to take a deep breath," he told BBC Radio Tees.