Manchester United scored two goals in the final three minutes to defeat Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium. Amad Diallo’s winner in the 90th minute capped an incredible turnaround.
Key Points:
1. City’s Crisis Deepens: Manchester City has won only once in their last 11 games, with eight defeats.
2. United’s Dramatic Win: Bruno Fernandes’ penalty equalized before Amad Diallo’s late winner.
3. Managerial Pressure: Pep Guardiola faces increasing scrutiny, while Ruben Amorim earns his second league win.
4. Table Implications: City remains fifth, nine points behind leaders Liverpool, while United climbs to 12th.
The match saw a cagey start, with City’s Josko Gvardiol heading in Kevin De Bruyne’s deflected cross in the 36th minute. United struggled to create chances until Diallo’s header forced Ederson into action on the hour mark.
Fernandes missed a glorious chance to equalize before Matheus Nunes’ error led to the penalty that Fernandes converted. Diallo then sealed the win with a composed finish.
City’s slump continues, while United’s dramatic victory offers hope for a turnaround under Amorim.
