Manchester United is optimistic that Matheus Cunha might play against Liverpool on Sunday. The forward returned to training this week after missing the Brentford game due to a hip flexor issue. Luke Shaw also got injured in the Brentford match. Michael Carrick confirmed the squad's good health, with Matthijs de Ligt still sidelined. Carrick is looking forward to his first United clash against Liverpool. The match is a third-versus-fourth showdown, with United holding a three-point advantage. Carrick described the game as a standout fixture due to its history, excitement, and emotion. He added that the team is aware of the league situation and treating the game as a one-off.