Man City vs Man United HIGHLIGHTS, MCI 1-2 MUN at Full Time: Red Devils emerge victorious
The first goal in Manchester derby came in the 36th minute when Josko Gvardiol scored for City while Fernandes scored the equaliser through a spot kick in 87th minute. Amad scores in 90th minute
 "Bruno Fernandes")
Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United delivered a crushing blow to faltering Premier League champions Manchester City with a sensational 2-1 comeback victory at the Etihad on Sunday. Late goals from Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo transformed a scrappy derby into an unforgettable night for the Red Devils, leaving the home side reeling.
Ruben Amorim’s United appeared destined for a third straight league defeat as Josko Gvardiol’s 36th-minute header put City ahead. The hosts looked to be cruising to a much-needed win in a tense, low-quality affair. But in a jaw-dropping final act, Amorim’s men turned the game on its head.
A defensive calamity by Matheus Nunes gifted United a lifeline in the 88th minute. Nunes’ clumsy backpass led to a foul on Diallo, and Fernandes stepped up to calmly convert the penalty, silencing the Etihad. Before City could recover, Diallo struck a dagger to their hopes, squeezing a stunning finish from an impossibly tight angle to spark delirium among the visiting fans.
City, now winless in 10 of their last 11 matches across all competitions, remain fifth in the table. Meanwhile, Amorim’s United climbed to 12th, breathing life into a campaign that had looked in jeopardy.
Drama and Chaos in the First Half
Neither side started with much rhythm, a reflection of their recent struggles. United manager Ruben Amorim made bold pre-match calls, omitting Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the squad. His plans took an early hit when Mason Mount limped off injured in the 14th minute, forcing the introduction of young Kobbie Mainoo.
City took time to settle, their first real chance coming when Phil Foden volleyed wide in the 20th minute. Amad Diallo, threatening at the other end, hit the post but was flagged offside. Frustration among the City faithful turned to relief in the 36th minute when Kevin De Bruyne’s deflected cross found Gvardiol, who headed City in front.
Tempers Flare, But United Hold Their Nerve
The first half boiled over when Kyle Walker and Rasmus Højlund clashed in a heated exchange, earning both yellow cards in a melee that reflected the simmering tensions on the pitch.
The second half seemed to be heading for an uneventful close until United’s dramatic late surge rewrote the script. In two breathtaking minutes, they snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, handing City another bitter blow in their faltering title defence.
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Premier League 2024-25 points table: City and United rankings after Manchester Derby
| Premier League 2024-25 points table | |||||||
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | PTS |
| 1 | Liverpool | 15 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 36 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 31 |
| 3 | Arsenal | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 30 |
| 4 | Nottingham Forest | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| 5 | Manchester City | 16 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 27 |
| 6 | Aston Villa | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 25 |
| 7 | Bournemouth | 15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 24 |
| 8 | Fulham | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 24 |
| 9 | Brighton | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 24 |
| 10 | Brentford | 15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 23 |
| 11 | Newcastle | 16 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 23 |
| 12 | Manchester United | 16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 22 |
| 13 | Tottenham | 15 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 20 |
| 14 | West Ham | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | -8 | 18 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 16 | 3 | 7 | 6 | -4 | 16 |
| 16 | Everton | 15 | 3 | 6 | 6 | -7 | 15 |
| 17 | Leicester | 16 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -13 | 14 |
| 18 | Ipswich | 16 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -12 | 12 |
| 19 | Wolverhampton | 16 | 2 | 3 | 11 | -16 | 9 |
| 20 | Southampton | 15 | 1 | 2 | 12 | -20 | 5 |
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Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Red Devils beat Pep Guardiola's men
Full Time: Amorim becomes first United manager since sir Alex Ferguson to win first Manchester derby.
Certainly, Amad was the hero for the Red Devils
FT - Manchester City 1 | 2 Manchester United
Goal scorers for Manchester United
Certainly, Amad was the hero for the Red Devils
FT - Manchester City 1 | 2 Manchester United
Goal scorers for Manchester United
B. Fernandes 88' (pen)
A. Diallo 90'
Goal Scorers for Manchester City
J. Gvardiol 36'
Goal Scorers for Manchester City
J. Gvardiol 36'
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Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: City trying to mend ways in dying minutes
90' + 5' Victor Lindelof from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
11:58 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: City trying to mend ways in dying minutes
90' + 4': Manchester City are trying to create something here.
11:57 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: SHOCKING!! Red Devils winning this? Amad scores in 90th min
90th minute: Amad Diallo, the lone spark in an otherwise lacklustre match, has delivered a moment of pure magic!
Lisandro Martinez picks him out with pinpoint precision, and Diallo, with a first touch dripping in class, audaciously lifts the ball over a charging Ederson. From an impossibly tight angle, he slots it perfectly into the far corner—a finish worthy of the highest praise.
Wow. Just wow.
As the crowd buzzes from the brilliance they’ve just witnessed, the fourth official raises the board—five minutes of added time. Enough for more drama? We can only wait and see!
City 1 | 2 United in 2nd half
City 1 | 2 United in 2nd half
11:54 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Fernandes score the equaliser
88th minute: Bruno Fernandes steps up, the weight of Manchester United's hopes on his shoulders. With ice-cold composure, he buries the penalty with his right foot, sending the ball into the back of the net as Ederson dives the wrong way—a moment of clinical brilliance from the United captain!
The drama unfolded moments earlier when Matheus Nunes, in a desperate defensive lapse, brought down Amad Diallo in the box. The reckless challenge handed United the golden opportunity, and Fernandes made no mistake, capitalising on the error that could prove costly for Manchester City.
City 1 | 1 United in 2nd half
City 1 | 1 United in 2nd half
11:50 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Penalty for United
85th minute: Amad wins a penalty spot.
Will United level the scores??
Will United level the scores??
11:49 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Another miss from Red Devils
83rd minute: A promising ball is whipped into the area, but Kobbie Mainoo's header carries too much power. All it needed was a delicate glance, yet he sends it soaring over the bar, missing a golden opportunity.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
11:48 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Another chance go begging for United
80th minute: Amad Diallo, after an impressive effort to keep the ball in play at the byline, delivers a pass to Bruno Fernandes, only to watch in disbelief as Fernandes miscontrols and sends it straight out of play.
Frustration spills over as Diallo vents his annoyance, kicking the post in exasperation. A moment that sums up the lacklustre execution.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
11:44 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Subs in for United as well
79th minute: R. Hoejlund left field and substituted by J. Zirkzee in a tactical substitution
M. de Ligt left the field and replaced by L. Yoro.
M. de Ligt left the field and replaced by L. Yoro.
11:42 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: One tactical substitution for City
76th minute: J. Doku is leaving the field to be replaced by J. Grealish in a tactical substitution.
11:41 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Fernandes misses a chance to level the score
73rd minute: Fernandes misses a great chance to leve the score.
Rasmus Højlund crafts a brilliant scoring opportunity for his teammate, setting up Bruno Fernandes in a promising position. However, Fernandes opts to go for goal himself, but his effort lacks accuracy and sails wide of the target.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
Oh, he has to bury that!
Rasmus Højlund crafts a brilliant scoring opportunity for his teammate, setting up Bruno Fernandes in a promising position. However, Fernandes opts to go for goal himself, but his effort lacks accuracy and sails wide of the target.
Bruno Fernandes was just 15 yards from goal. But Fernandes lifts his shot wide of the mark, sinking to the turf with his head in his hands. A golden opportunity squandered.
By far, Manchester United’s best chance of the game—and it goes begging.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
11:35 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: City attacking, United defending - the usual story
70th minute: Manchester City surge forward with intent as Jeremy Doku bursts down the left and whips in a dangerous cross from near the byline. Erling Haaland rises to meet it but mistimes his header, allowing Diogo Dalot to step in and clear the danger.
11:28 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: United first shot on target
62nd minute: Manchester United get first hit on target as City goalie makes an excellent save.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
Bruno Fernandes delivers a precise ball into the penalty area, finding Amad Diallo in space. The winger rises to meet it with a well-placed header, but Ederson reacts brilliantly to keep it out.
For a moment, it seemed destined to sneak into the bottom corner, but the Brazilian shot-stopper was perfectly positioned to turn it behind and deny United the breakthrough.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
11:24 PM
Man City vs Man United LIVE SCORE UPDATES: United avoid Haaland's danger
57th minute: Phil Foden collects the ball on the edge of the box and attempts a clever pass into the path of Erling Haaland. However, the ball is misplaced, landing on the wrong side of the Norwegian, allowing Manchester United to clear the danger comfortably.
At this point, the game remains uneventful, offering little to ignite excitement.
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
City 1 | 0 United in 2nd half
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First Published: Dec 15 2024 | 7:06 PM IST