Manchester United vs Manchester City

VAR controversy rocks Manchester derby: Why Haaland’s goal stood and Foden saw red

Manchester City won the 199th Manchester derby 1-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday despite playing with 10 men for most of the match, but the game was overshadowed by two major VAR controversies involving Phil Foden’s red card and Erling Haaland’s winning goal.
14 September 2026

Haaland fires 10-man Man City to memorable win over Man Utd

Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden's first-half red card to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca's reign.
13 September 2026

Fixed vs fluid: The tactical battle between Carrick and Maresca in the Manchester derby

When City and United meet on Sunday, the most intriguing battle may not be between Erling Haaland and Bruno Fernandes, or even in the two penalty areas. It could be between structure and freedom.
13 September 2026

Man Utd must do 'better' after FA Cup penalties reprieve: Fernandes

Bruno Fernandes admitted Manchester United must "do so much better" after they squandered a three-goal lead in their FA Cup semi-final against Coventry on Sunday before winning the penalty shootout.
21 April 2024

Man Utd beat Coventry on penalties to set up Man City FA Cup final

Manchester United overcame an astonishing collapse to beat Coventry on penalties in an FA Cup classic on Sunday, setting up a second straight final clash against Manchester City.
21 April 2024