In truth, the scoreline flattered the Blues but second-half goals by Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu sealed three points in front of an ecstatic Old Trafford crowd.
After the game, Carrick spoke with Sky Sports and MUTV to offer his thoughts, and he was quick to remain level headed but still appreciate the magnitude of the triumph.
Here is a selection of what he had to say to the official broadcasters...
IT WAS CONTROLLED
"I've had some crazy weeks in my time but, to be honest, it wasn't actually a crazy week.