Manchester City vs Manchester United Full Match Replay 1-2 Derby Highlights 2024 Watch Video

Manchester City vs Manchester United Full Match Replay 1-2 Derby Highlights 2024 Watch Video

The Manchester derby on December 15, 2024, delivered an exhilarating match as Manchester United staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium. This clash marked Matchday 16 of the English Premier League for the 2024/2025 season, with kick-off at 16:30 GMT.

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Match Overview

Final Score:
  • Manchester City: 1
  • Manchester United: 2
Goals:
  • City: Josko Gvardiol (37')
  • United: Bruno Fernandes (88' PEN), Amad Diallo (90')
Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Referee: Anthony Taylor

First Half

The match began with a tense atmosphere, typical of a derby. City took the lead in the 37th minute when Josko Gvardiol scored with a well-placed header from a Kevin De Bruyne cross. Despite City controlling possession, United created some chances but failed to convert them into goals. The first half ended with City leading 1-0, leaving United needing to regroup for the second half.

Second Half

United came out with renewed energy after halftime, pushing for an equalizer. They had several opportunities but were met with strong defending from City. The turning point came in the dying minutes of the match. In the 85th minute, Amad Diallo was fouled, leading to a penalty. Bruno Fernandes stepped up to take the spot-kick and confidently converted it to level the score at 1-1.Just two minutes later, in a stunning twist, Amad scored the winner after brilliantly controlling a pass from Lisandro Martinez, slotting it past City's goalkeeper Ederson from a tight angle. This late surge not only secured three points for United but also marked their first victory at the Etihad since 2021.

Highlights and Key Moments

  • Gvardiol's opener: A well-executed header gave City an early advantage.
  • Fernandes' penalty: Calmly converted under pressure to equalize.
  • Amad's winner: A skillful finish that capped off United's remarkable comeback.

Post-Match Reactions

Ruben Amorim, managing his first Manchester derby, expressed pride in his team's resilience and ability to fight back against their rivals. The victory was particularly sweet given City's recent struggles in the league, having lost four of their last six matches prior to this encounter.Fans can catch highlights of this thrilling match on various platforms, including official club websites and video-sharing sites like YouTube, where extended highlights and full match replays are available for viewing.This derby will be remembered not just for its scoreline but for the dramatic narrative that unfolded, showcasing the fierce rivalry between these two storied clubs.
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