Two huge Premier League clashes this weekend delivered edge-of-your-seat drama, but for very different reasons. While Everton's wild 3-3 draw with Manchester City may have stolen the headlines for sheer chaos, Manchester United's 3-2 victory over Liverpool was another high-octane thriller that had fans on an emotional rollercoaster from the first whistle.

We're in the midst of a golden run of football, where every match feels like a cup final. With title races, relegation battles, and European spots on the line, tired legs are being pushed to the limit—and top players are exploiting every gap. It's not quite the 5-4 madness of PSG vs Bayern Munich, but classics are becoming a weekly occurrence.

However, amid all the excitement, there were some alarming defensive lapses. Marc Guehi's backpass—the kind you'd never expect in an under-8s game—was the weekend's standout howler. But the real lessons came from Old Trafford.

Lesson 1: Liverpool's summer rebuild starts at the back
Jurgen Klopp's side have plenty of work to do in the transfer window, especially shoring up a defence that looked vulnerable far too often. Against a United team still finding its identity, Liverpool's backline was repeatedly exposed, and that's a worrying sign for a club with Champions League ambitions.

Lesson 2: Carrick has earned his shot
If Manchester United don't give Michael Carrick the job full-time, they may regret it. The interim boss has quietly racked up 32 points from 42 available—title-winning form in most seasons. He embodies the classic United DNA: calm, composed, and tactically sharp. It's a stark contrast to the chaos United have endured over the past 13 years. And let's be honest, the club's decision to part ways with David Moyes—who many believe would have built a dynasty with time—still raises eyebrows. Carrick deserves the same patience and respect.