Goalfest as City Demolish United in Manchester DerbyGoalfest as City Demolish United in Manchester Derby Manchester City delivered a stunning performance on Saturday afternoon, dismantling bitter rivals Manchester United 6-3 in a thrilling Manchester Derby at the Etihad Stadium. City took the lead after just eight minutes when Erling Haaland latched onto Kevin De Bruyne’s through ball and slotted the ball past David de Gea. United hit back immediately, with Antony Martial equalizing just two minutes later. However, City regained the lead in the 19th minute when Phil Foden tapped in from close range after a scramble in the United area. United again responded quickly, with Martial leveling the score once more with a clinical finish in the 32nd minute. After the break, City turned on the style and dominated proceedings. De Bruyne made it 3-2 in the 57th minute with a stunning left-footed strike from the edge of the area. Just three minutes later, Haaland scored his second of the match with a towering header from Riyad Mahrez’s cross. United were unable to contain City’s relentless attack, and Foden added a fourth in the 73rd minute, before Haaland completed his hat-trick in the 81st minute. Anthony Martial grabbed a consolation goal for United in the 84th minute, but it was too little too late. City’s victory was a devastating blow to United, who have now lost three consecutive Premier League matches. It also extended City’s unbeaten run to 11 matches in all competitions. The victory was a testament to City’s attacking prowess and their relentless intensity. Haaland, in particular, was unstoppable, scoring three goals and causing havoc for the United defense. The result leaves City top of the Premier League table, with United languishing in sixth place. The gap between the two Manchester clubs now stands at 11 points, and there is a growing sense that City are the clear favorites to retain their title this season.
