City lead through another Phil Foden Manchester derby goal and they are good value for it. In the middle of the half they had a 10-minute spell when they played some slick football, cutting through United’s midfield and threatened to run away with the game. Either side of that, United were competitive. Their pace up top keeps you on the edge of your seat, but they have not matched run with pass to craft a clear chance.
City have another United set-piece to defend, this time a wide free-kick, but Haaland heads away Mbeumo’s cross.
United making one last push to find an equaliser before half time, and they have a corner. The referee blows before Fernandes can deliver, with De Ligt and Khusanov going all Strictly Come Dancing in the box. Donnarumma punches well when the deliver does come in.
City waste the chance for a dangerous break after Fernandes sold Amad short. Foden’s pass out to Doku was a simple one on his left foot, but he played it too far in front of the winger.
Some United possession inside the City half but the move breaks down with a poor touch from Mazraoui.
