With second place already secured, Sunday afternoon was all about Michael Carrick for everyone associated with Manchester United.Jose Mourinho named Carrick in Man Utd's starting XI against Watford for what was the midfielder's 464th and probable final appearance for the club.After 12 years and several trophies, including five league titles and the Champions League, Carrick has called time on his career and will join United's coaching staff.Marcus Rashford scored the winner in the 1-0 win over Watford, but not before the retiring Carrick provided one more moment of true quality.In the 85th-minute, Carrick was replaced by Paul Pogba and understandably received a magnificent reception from every single person inside Old Trafford.

Carrick stars in final match

However, before that, he was the key in breaking the deadlock after producing an absolutely perfect long-range ball to release Juan Mata 11 minutes from half-time.

Carrick's pass allowed Mata to leave Watford's defenders in his wake and the Spaniard had the simple task of squaring the ball to Rashford for a simple finish.

In addition to his "pre-assist", the Man United captain showcased his wonderful passing range and his uncanny ability to control games from a deep-lying position.

What fans are saying about Carrick

Football fans who viewed Carrick's last-ever match were full of praise for the 36-year-old and made some points which are unbelievably hard to dispute.

Supporters claimed that he's still the best English holding midfielder around, good enough to keep playing at the top level and expressed disbelief at his lack of England caps.

Check out some of the best reaction on Twitter below:

Despite being instrumental at Man United for so many years, Carrick won just 34 caps for his country between 2001 and 2015.

Carrick, the last remaining player from United's 2008 Champions League triumph, will be hoping for the perfect send-off with an FA Cup final win over Chelsea next weekend.

What is YOUR opinion on Carrick's outstanding career and his time at Man Utd? Do YOU think he deserved more England caps and is still the best English midfielder around? Have YOUR say in the comments box below!