MICHAEL CARRICK hailed his team’s fabulous ‘Fergie Time’ victory as vintage Manchester United.

The — and the stoppage-time stunner from substitute looked to have stolen a point for .

Manchester United v Fulham - Premier LeagueBenjamin Sesko scored a Fergie Time winner against Fulham for Man UtdCredit: Getty Manchester United v Fulham - Premier LeagueMichael Carrick hailed the win as ‘vintage’ UnitedCredit: Getty

"This is old-style Manchester United"

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But £74million summer signing thumped home a 94th-minute clincher to make it three wins on the spin for .

The interim boss and former midfielder, said: “It’s the best feeling. That excitement is part of this club and it’s not always the easiest way.

“Some of the best moments I’ve been lucky enough to be a part of here have come when you get a moment of elation and excitement like that.

“We would like to win games a little bit more comfortably than that.

“But, when they come along, it’s pretty special. There’s no better place in front of the Stretford End.

“People leave here with more than just seeing a United win — it’s the connection, the feeling and the emotion. It’s why we all love it so much.”

Carrick played in sides that routinely won late on in what was dubbed ‘Fergie Time’.

This win gave home fans something to smile about after yet another protest against the club’s owners.

Around 600 supporters took to the streets around Old Trafford to call for the Glazers to sell up.

On the pitch, the hosts took the lead in controversial circumstances as ref John Brooks gave a penalty for Jorge Cuenca’s foul on .

"He'll remember that feeling for quite some time"

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After a review, it was downgraded to a free-kick on the edge of the box, only for Bruno Fernandes to tee it up for to head home.

Furious Fulham boss said: “The story of the game started with a terrible decision from John Brooks.

“It was a horrendous decision — a big mistake.

“The penalty was given for the tackle but the decision was so bad they found a different foul.”

Cunha added a second after the break but the visitors hit back as Raul Jimenez scored a spot-kick before Kevin’s screamer.

Silva added: “Second half, our team was better.

“They scored when we switched off but we kept going and scored a goal that was disallowed.”

Match stats for Manchester United (3) vs. Fulham (2).

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