City’s Unbeaten Run Ends in Crushing Derby DefeatCity’s Unbeaten Run Ends in Crushing Derby Defeat Manchester City’s remarkable unbeaten streak came to an abrupt end in spectacular fashion as they suffered a humiliating 5-0 thrashing at the hands of their bitter rivals, Manchester United. At a raucous Old Trafford, United seized control from the outset, suffocating City’s usually fluid passing game. Marcus Rashford opened the scoring with a clinical finish after just 10 minutes, setting the tone for a dominant performance. City struggled to create chances, their attack stifled by United’s well-organized defense. Meanwhile, the Red Devils ruthlessly exploited their opponents’ vulnerabilities. Bruno Fernandes netted a brace before the interval, while Anthony Martial and Scott McTominay added further insult to injury in the second half. The result is a devastating blow to City’s hopes of retaining the Premier League title. It also marks their first defeat in all competitions this season, having gone 22 games unbeaten. Manager Pep Guardiola was left shell-shocked by the performance, admitting that his team had been “outplayed and outclassed.” He praised United for their “intensity and determination,” while lamenting his own side’s lack of response. The defeat sends shockwaves through the Premier League, as United leapfrog City into second place in the standings. It also reignites the rivalry between these two iconic clubs, adding further spice to the title race. For City, it is a humbling reminder that even the most formidable of teams can be brought crashing down to earth. They will now have to pick themselves up and regroup if they wish to challenge for silverware this season.
