United Stun City with Dramatic 1-2 Victory in Derby

In an unforgettable Manchester derby, Manchester United secured a sensational 1-2 Victory in Derby over Manchester City, sending shockwaves through the Etihad Stadium.

City were leading 1-0 through Joško Gvardiol’s 36th-minute header, but late drama took center stage in a stunning turnaround. Bruno Fernandes equalized for United from the penalty spot in the 88th minute after a costly mistake by City’s Matheus Nunes, who gave away a penalty by fouling Amad Diallo in the box.

Just moments later, in the 90+1 minute, Amad Diallo himself sealed United’s victory. A long ball from Lisandro Martínez found the Ivorian forward, who expertly controlled it, bypassed Ederson, and finished into the net from a tight angle. The Etihad was left stunned as City once again faltered in the final moments.

Following the game, Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva acknowledged the team’s mistakes, admitting that “we totally deserved what happened,” and expressed disappointment at their recent form. The defeat leaves City in fifth place, nine points behind leaders Liverpool, with a growing concern over their consistency and inability to hold onto leads.

United, meanwhile, celebrated an incredible comeback that will boost their confidence for the remainder of the season. Fernandes, who had earlier missed a clear chance to put United ahead, spoke about his calmness under pressure before his successful penalty. “The penalty is a moment of nerves, and you need to calm yourself down,” said the United captain. Fernandes also praised Diallo’s performance, highlighting the young forward’s growing confidence and impact.

United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, will be thrilled with his team’s resilience, especially after a frustrating first half where they struggled to break down City’s defense. Despite being second best for much of the match, United took full advantage of City’s defensive lapses in the final stages.

City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, was visibly distraught following the final whistle. His team, who have been plagued by recent poor performances, failed to hold their lead despite controlling much of the match. With the loss, they now face increased pressure as they attempt to regain their rhythm.

This stunning victory for Manchester United is a huge morale boost as they continue their pursuit of a top-four finish, while Manchester City will have to regroup ahead of their next match against Aston Villa. 1-2 Victory in Derby