Manchester City secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League derby. The match was played at the Etihad Stadium, where the home side dominated from start to finish.
City started strongly and put pressure on United’s defense early in the first half. Their control paid off when Phil Foden opened the scoring with a header. United tried to respond with counterattacks, but they struggled to create clear chances.
In the second half, Manchester City raised their intensity. Erling Haaland doubled the lead with a precise finish that left the goalkeeper with no chance. Just minutes later, Haaland struck again to make it 3-0, sealing the result. His brace underlined his reputation as one of the most dangerous strikers in the league.
United looked unsettled throughout the match. Their midfield failed to stop City’s passing rhythm, and their defense could not contain Haaland and Foden. Although United had a brief opportunity through Bryan Mbeumo, they could not find the net.
City’s new goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma also impressed, making key saves when needed. Jeremy Doku added energy on the wing, constantly troubling the opposition with his pace.
This result puts Manchester City in a strong position in the title race. It also shows their ability to perform in high-pressure matches against close rivals. For Manchester United, the loss adds to their disappointing start to the season, raising more questions about their progress under the current manager.
The derby once again highlighted the difference between the two sides. Manchester City’s strength, balance, and composure proved too much, while United must now regroup to recover from this heavy defeat.
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