It’s over, Manchester City wins this derby (3-1)
Manchester is blue tonight! 3-1 victory for Guardiola’s men thanks to a thunderous double from Foden and a goal from Haaland. City are just a short distance behind Liverpool in the standings.
The magician Foden leaves his place
The double scorer of the day is given a standing ovation by the public and leaves his place to Bobb for the very last minutes of the match.
A quiet end to the match for City
The public at the Etihad Stadium cheers the rival, a big sequence of possession (again) from City enhanced by cheers from the supporters. Nerves are tense among the Red Devils.
Haaland crucifie Manchester United, 3-1 !
Manchester City hits the nail on the head! Until then thwarted by Onana, Haaland finds the net. Amrabat loses the ball in the middle, Rodri takes it and finds the Norwegian in the area. Relentless composure from the goleador for the 3-1.
A lot of additional time
There will be 8 more minutes of happiness in this Mancunian derby. 8 big minutes, enough to see a new goal?
De Bruyne overflows, Varane holds on
The series decisive passer De Bruyne overflows on the side and enters the area. He crosses but Varane is there to repel the danger for a corner.
City put pressure on Liverpool
With this victory looming, Manchester City would come back to within one point of Liverpool and maintain the pressure on the Reds.
New changes for Manchester United
Two changes for the Red Devils with the exits of Mainoo and Garnacho. Entries from Forson and Amrabat.
Foden blows up the Etihad, City go ahead!
The magic still comes from Foden’s feet! The child from Manchester City electrifies the derby and scores a double with a beautiful cross strike which leaves Onana helpless, the Skyblues now go in front.
Casemiro and Rodri, the fight rages
Rodri breaks through the middle but Casemiro catches up well with the Spaniard. Good intervention from the former Real Madrid midfielder.
Antony takes off the chasuble and goes home
New card that Ten Hag will take down: Antony will come into play in the coming minutes.
Ten Hag launches French hope to replace Evans
Change also for Manchester United with the exit of veteran Evans in defense. It is the young Frenchman Kwanbala, trained at FC Sochaux, who replaces him.
Expected goals largely favorable for City
The famous “expected goals” testify to the great domination of Manchester City, who stumbled a lot against Onana. 2.89 for the Skyblues compared to only 0.22 for United.
Onana on the ground and whistled by the public
The Manchester United goalkeeper is on the ground and appears to be complaining about his thigh. Intervention of the Red Devils trainers, visibly more fear than harm since the Cameroonian will be able to continue.
Manchester United in tough, City pushes again
Foden’s equalizer gave Manchester City a boost, who are now pushing to go ahead. It’s hard for Manchester United who are struggling to keep possession.
Change for Manchester City, joker Alvarez launched
Pep Guardiola makes his first change of the game. Exit of Doku, replaced by Alvarez.
A smoke bomb in the Onana surface
Small interruption of play as a blue smoke bomb was thrown from the stands of the Etihad Stadium and landed in the Onana penalty area. The referee takes out the projectile, it will be possible to resume.
Foden’s spark, Manchester City equalize!
Foden’s magic to respond to Rashford! The City wisp fixes the Mancunian defense and in turn sends a majestic strike which lodges in the top corner of Onana, the Skyblues are back in the game, 1-1!
Manchester United, a difficult opponent for City to host
The statistics are not as flattering as they often are for Manchester City against Manchester United. In the Red Devils’ last eight home games, Guardiola’s team lost four times, for three wins and one draw.
The pace is back down and it benefits United
A little respite for Manchester United and above all a rare sequence of possession. Ten Hag’s men often see leather confiscated by the Skyblues.
Doku also stumbles upon Onana
The Skyblues all try their luck but nothing works, Onana is in for a big day. Doku tries to strike from his left side, his attempt is slightly deflected and the Red Devils goalkeeper deploys well to repel the danger.
Rashford wanted, Dias very vigilant
McTominay escapes down the right side and looks for Rashford in the box. His cross found Dias who had read the game well.
Here we go again !
The second half of this Mancunian derby is now!
It’s half-time, Manchester United are in the lead!
It’s the break at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester United are in front thanks to a gem from Rashford scored at the start of the game. City are in control of the match but are still silent in front of goal for the moment.
3 minutes of added time
There will be three extra minutes in this first half. Three minutes to go for Manchester United who are in trouble at the end of the first period.
Haaland’s huge failure!
Just before half-time, City had their biggest chance of the match. Foden gives a caviar to Haaland who just has to push the leather into the back of the net. But unexpectedly, the Norwegian misses the mark. Not his usual…
Pep Guardiola reacts to Erling Haaland’s miss in the Manchester derby, March 3, 2024 © ICON Sport
City want to make the difference before the break
Manchester City accelerated before half-time but United defended well. Erik Ten Hag’s men hold on and wait for the break.
Mainoo is there for his first derby
The young new star of Manchester United is present for his first derby. The 18-year-old makes an impact against City’s majestic midfield trio.
The Manchester United block well in place
The opportunities exist for Manchester City but Guardiola demands more speed in his team’s play. Opposite, the Red Devils are well in place, although curled up in their half of the field.
New heat for United, Onana as savior
The attacks descend on the Manchester United cage but Onana disgusts the Cityzens for the moment. This time, it’s Rodri who stumbles against the Cameroonian wall.
Possession largely in favor of City
The half hour of play has passed and without much surprise, Guardiola’s troops confiscate the ball. Possession largely in favor of the Skyblues with 71% against only 29% for the Red Devils.
Onana vigilant in the air
The Cameroonian goalkeeper is imperious at the moment, both on his line and in the air where he thwarts the plans of Haaland and his teammates well.
A hand from Dalot checked by the VAR, no penalty
Bernardo Silva crossed and the ball landed on Dalot’s arm, stuck to his body. The VAR checks for a potential penalty but fairly, the referee does not award it.
City must do better from set pieces
Several corners obtained by the Cityzens since the start of the match but none have been well exploited for the moment.
Manchester United wants to block the axis
We feel that Manchester United are seeking to limit the impact of Rodri, the real launching pad for City. A plan that is working for the moment for the Red Devils.
Foden still disgusted by Onana
Like a few minutes ago, Foden gets another big opportunity to equalize. The British will-o-the-wisp appears alone against Onana but the MU goalkeeper comes out impeccably and wins his duel.
Big opportunity for Rashford, who forgets the ball
Ruben Dias slips and leaves Rashford to escape alone towards goal. The Englishman takes the ball with his head but is unable to bring it down well and forgets it. Too bad for the Red Devils!
Onana wins ahead of Foden
Rashford’s goal did not disturb Manchester City who moved forward. Foden gets into the area. At the end of the race, the Englishman crosses a shot that Onana manages to kick out with his foot, like a handball goalkeeper.
6th goal of the season for Rashford
Rather disappointing this season, Rashford shows that he is always capable of splashing a match with his talent. 6th goal for the Englishman in the Premier League.
The exceptional jewel of Rashford, MU goes ahead!
Oh the thunderclap at the Etihad Stadium! Bruno Fernandes plays Dias and puts it back on Rashford. At 25 meters, the Englishman sends an exceptional shot which hits the bar before returning. Manchester United are in front!
The Garnacho rocket launched, Aké vigilant
McTominay distributes a good ball in depth and alerts Garnacho. The Argentinian quickly reaches the surface and tries to cross but Aké also goes very quickly and signs a nice intervention in tackling.
Stones collapses, a penalty claimed
The Skyblues settle into the Manchester United area. With his back to the game, Stones receives a ball and collapses. His teammates demand a penalty but the referee does not flinch, and quite fairly.
City already on the attack
No time to lose for the Cityzens who immediately rush into attack. Foden launches a first strike blocked by Dalot’s head.
Let’s go !
Kick-off is at the Etihad Stadium! Let’s go for this Mancunian derby. It is the Skyblues who engage.
Big return for McTominay
Scott McTominay starts this afternoon against Manchester City. This is the Scottish international’s first start since the Red Devils’ 2-0 defeat against West Ham on December 23.
The Manchester United eleven is also there, the young Mainoo lined up, the veteran Evans starting in defense
La composition de Manchester United : Onana – Dalot, Varane, Evans, Lindelöf – Casemiro, Mainoo, McTominay – Bruno Fernandes, Grenache – Rashford.
The composition of Manchester City has fallen, De Bruyne starts
La composition de Manchester City : Ederson – Walker, Rúben Dias, Stones, Aké – Bernardo Silva, Rodri, De Bruyne – Doku, Haaland, Foden.
Hello everyone and welcome to this Manchester derby live
Mancunian derby day in England: Manchester City against Manchester United, it’s the shock of the 27th day of the Premier League this Sunday. Kick-off at 4:30 p.m. at the Etihad Stadium.
Liverpool won down to the wire against Nottingham Forest on Saturday (1-0) and provisionally regained a four-point lead over the Cityzens: the two teams will play each other next weekend. Behind, Arsenal are just one point away from facing Sheffield United on Monday evening. For the Red Devils, it is the Champions League mission which is at stake, with only a provisional sixth place in the standings.
Manchester City-Manchester United, match broadcast on Canal+ Sport on TV, to follow on the RMC Sport website and app.