Sun Sep 14 18:07:23 UTC 2025: ## City Dominate Derby as Haaland’s Brace Sinks United

**Manchester, UK** – Manchester City cruised to a resounding 3-0 victory over Manchester United in the highly anticipated Manchester derby on Sunday, with Erling Haaland bagging a brace after Phil Foden’s early opener. The win at the Etihad Stadium gives Pep Guardiola’s side bragging rights and vital points after a stuttering start to the Premier League season.

Foden, making his first start of the season, headed in a perfectly weighted cross from Jeremy Doku in the 18th minute, setting the tone for City’s dominance. Doku proved a constant menace to the United defence, and his creativity paved the way for Haaland’s first goal in the 53rd minute. The Norwegian striker coolly chipped the ball over United’s goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, capitalizing on Doku’s powerful run and assist.

Haaland completed his double in the 68th minute, out-pacing Harry Maguire after a United turnover to slot home another one-on-one opportunity. The striker nearly completed a hat-trick later in the game, only to hit the post from close range.

The victory caps off a stellar week for Haaland, who scored five goals for Norway in a World Cup qualifying match against Moldova earlier in the week. He also reached his 50th Premier League home goal in just his 50th appearance, a feat only Alan Shearer achieved in fewer games.

New City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma proved his worth with crucial saves in the first and second half, denying Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo, respectively.

Speaking after the match, Foden acknowledged recent criticism and expressed his satisfaction at contributing to the win. He also praised Haaland’s all-around performance, highlighting his defensive work and hold-up play. Haaland echoed the sentiment, stating that the team “needed” the win after a difficult start to the season.

United captain Bruno Fernandes conceded that his side should have performed better but attempted to find positives in their attacking play.

The victory lifts Manchester City to eighth in the Premier League table, while Manchester United languish in 14th.

In other Premier League action on Sunday, Mohamed Salah’s late penalty secured a 1-0 victory for Liverpool away at Burnley, maintaining their winning start to the season.

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