In the 4th round of the English Premier League, the central clash, which football fans have been eagerly awaiting, took place. In the Manchester derby, Manchester City hosted Manchester United at Etihad Stadium and won with 3 unanswered goals.
Phil Foden opened the scoring in the 18th minute, giving his team an important lead. In the second half, Erling Haaland showed his usual goal-scoring skills - the Norwegian striker scored twice in the 53rd and 68th minutes, scoring a brace. Jeremy Doku was one of the most effective players on the field, making two assists.
Uzbek defender Abdukodir Khusanov, playing for the "Citizens" throughout the entire match, once again proved himself as one of the most reliable players in the team's defense. His activity and relentless play played a significant role in the successful completion of City's fearsome attacks.
At the same time, this derby became the first match for Gianluigi Donnarumma in the English Premier League. The Italian goalkeeper remembered his debut with a resounding victory.
As a result, Pep Guardiola's side reached 6 points and moved up to 8th place in the league table. Manchester United dropped to 14th place with 4 points.
EPL. Round 4
Manchester City - Manchester United 3:0
September 14, "Etihad"
Goals: Foden (18), Haaland (53, 68).
Manchester City: Donnarumma, Husanov, Dias, Guardiol, O'Reilly, Rodri (Nico, 76), Silva (Ake, 88), Reynders, Foden, Douco (Savinho, 76), Haaland (Bobb, 88).
Manchester United: Bayindir, Mazraoui (Mainu, 62), De Ligt, Yoro (Maguire, 62), Shaw, Amad, Ugarte (Casemiro, 80), Fernandes, Dorgu, Mbeumo, Sheshko (Zirkze, 80).
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