Manchester United Stun Manchester City in Controversial Derby Clash
Manchester City's Dominant Performance Overwhelmed by Rashford's Winner
Own Goal and Silva Strike Not Enough for City
Manchester United pulled off an unexpected victory over defending champions Manchester City in a highly controversial Manchester derby. Despite City's early dominance and an own goal from Eric Bailly, Marcus Rashford's stunning second-half strike proved to be the decisive moment.
City started the match with their usual high intensity, but it was United who struck first in the 78th minute. Rashford's clever run behind the City defense forced Bailly to inadvertently redirect the ball into his own net.
However, City responded just a few minutes later when Bernardo Silva equalized with a sublime finish. The Portuguese playmaker danced through the United defense before firing a precise shot into the bottom corner.
The momentum seemed to be swinging back in City's favor, but United refused to surrender. In a moment of inspiration, Rashford received the ball on the left flank and cut inside. With blistering pace, he surged past John Stones and unleashed a fierce shot that beat Ederson at his near post.
The match was marred by controversy in the dying moments when City's Riyad Mahrez had a potential game-tying goal ruled out for offside. The decision sparked outrage among the City players and fans, who believed the goal should have stood.
Despite the contentious ending, Manchester United held on to secure a famous victory. The win marks a major upset in the Premier League title race and provides Manchester City with a stark reminder that they are not invincible.
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