Highlight-United Secures Comeback Victory in Tense Derby Against City, Climbing to Third Place
- World Soccer Today -
United recovered from a deficit to secure victory over City, earning the right to boast about their triumph.
Ten Hag's Manchester United team came back from behind to defeat City in the latest Manchester derby.
The victory moves United up to third place in the standings, while City remains in second, further away from Arsenal.
United was seeking revenge for an earlier loss in the season where City had defeated them 6-3.
The match started with both teams pressuring each other's goal, but City began to dominate possession and control the game.
Despite this, United managed to come back and secure the win.
However, the second half was a different story as United came out with renewed energy and determination.
Ten Hag's men were able to put together a strong attack, led by Martial on the left wing, and were finally able to break through City's defense.
The Old Trafford crowd was on their feet as United scored multiple goals to take the lead, and they were able to hold on for the win.
The victory was especially satisfying for United, as they had been unable to get a win against City in recent years.
This win was a big upset for Guardiola's side and they were left to rue missed opportunities and defensive lapses in the second half.
The match between Manchester United and Manchester City ended with a score of 2-1 in favor of Manchester United.
The visiting team, City, started the game strong and were able to score early in the second half with a goal by Grealish, who was brought on as a substitute by Guardiola.
However, United fought back and managed to equalize through a goal by Fernandes.
The home team was determined to take the lead and were successful in doing so with a goal by Garnacho.
The match was intense and both teams had their moments of dominance but ultimately United came out victorious.
The match was tied at halftime with both teams unable to score in the first half.
City started the second half strong, playing the ball around the back before getting forward and putting pressure on De Gea's goal.
Guardiola made a substitution, bringing on Grealish, who made an immediate impact by scoring the first goal of the match.
United tried to assert their dominance but City continued to control possession and dispossess the home team.
United's best chance to score came on the counter-attack and that is how they managed to equalize.
But United didn't stop there, they continued to push forward and finally found the winner goal with Garnacho.
The home fans were ecstatic after the final whistle as United secured a comeback win over their rivals.
The final minutes of the match between Manchester United and Manchester City were extremely intense as the Old Trafford crowd was aware of City's potential to score.
To secure the win, United made several substitutions to slow down the game and strengthen their defense.
The home team was able to hold on for the win, securing all three points against their rivals.
The victory puts United just one point behind City and in third place in the standings.
Next, Manchester United will play Crystal Palace away, while City will play Tottenham at home.
It was a hard-fought match for both teams, but in the end, Manchester United came out on top.
The final minutes of the game were filled with tension and drama, as the home team tried to hold on to their lead.
The crowd at Old Trafford was on the edge of their seats, watching as the clock ticked down.
Ten Hag's substitutions helped to kill time and solidify the defense, and the team was able to hold out for the win.
This victory is a big boost for Manchester United, placing them just one point behind City and in third place in the standings.
With this win, both teams look forward to their next matches, where Manchester United will travel to London to play Crystal Palace and City will host Tottenham.