Manchester City were missing nine first-team players and struggled to create chances, with Erling Haaland recording only two touches in the United box before being substituted. Season Context & Head-to-Head (2025/26)
Carrick utilized a 4-2-3-1 formation with Mbeumo as a center-forward, exploiting City's high defensive line. Manchester United vs Manchester City
Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring in the 65th minute on a counter-attack, followed by Patrick Dorgu in the 76th minute. Manchester City were missing nine first-team players and
United had three goals ruled out for offside—two in the first half from Amad Diallo and Bruno Fernandes, and one late in the second half from Mason Mount. United had three goals ruled out for offside—two
The victory was comprehensive for United, who managed the game tactically to outfox Pep Guardiola's side:
In the most recent Manchester Derby played on January 17, 2026, at Old Trafford . This match marked a dream debut for Michael Carrick in his second stint as United's head coach, as goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu secured the victory. Man United Sat, Jan 17 Man United won! Match Highlights (January 17, 2026)