Haaland Stars As Manchester City Thump Manchester United 3-0 in England Premier League

Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City dominated Manchester United 3-0 in the Premier League 2025-26 derby at Etihad Stadium on 14 September. Phil Foden opened the scoring in the 18th minute, with Haaland adding goals in the 53rd and 68th minutes. City controlled the match throughout, while United missed key chances, including Casemiro’s near miss.

During the Premier League 2025-26 Manchester Derby at the Etihad Stadium on September 14, Manchester City dominated Manchester United with a 3-0 victory. City, coming off a mixed start to the season with only three points from three games, looked determined under Pep Guardiola, while United entered the match following a dramatic 3-2 win over Burnley. The first goal came in the 18th minute when Phil Foden capitalized on a Jeremy Doku cross, heading the ball into the bottom left corner past goalkeeper Bayindir.

Early in the second half, Erling Haaland doubled City’s lead in the 53rd minute, converting a clever through ball from Jeremy Doku with a precise dink over the goalkeeper. Haaland completed his brace in the 68th minute after Bernardo Silva’s through pass, sealing the match with a composed left-foot finish. Despite United’s late attempts, including a close-range effort from Casemiro in the 85th minute, City’s defense, led by Donnarumma, held firm.

This victory marked Manchester City’s 61st win in the overall 196 meetings between the two clubs and strengthened their control in the derby. The match also featured a touching tribute to late City supporter Ricky Hatton, highlighting the emotional connection between the club and its fans. City’s dominance and Haaland’s clinical finishing ensured a comfortable derby triumph.