Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford earlier today as they look to take all three points at home in the Premier League. The game started well for the Red Devils, but ended in a goalless draw at half-time.
Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring in the 65th minute and Patrick Dorgu doubled his side’s advantage just 11 minutes later. The Manchester derby ended with Michael Carrick’s men winning 2-0 at the Theater of Dreams.
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Let’s take a look at how each Manchester United player performed against Manchester City.
Lamence made a solid save in the game and secured an important clean sheet this afternoon.
RB: Diogo Dalot – 7/10
He fulfilled his defensive duties well but provided virtually no offensive opportunities.
CB: Harry Maguire – 7/10
Maguire used his feet to pass the ball when needed and did enough to keep a clean sheet.
CB: Lisandro Martinez – 7/10
He cleaned up the defense when the opponents were on the front foot and did a good job of limiting their scoring today.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JANUARY 17: Manchester City’s Abdulkodil Kusanov battles for possession of the ball with Manchester United’s Mathews Cunha during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford on January 17, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
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LB: Luke Shaw – 7/10
He fulfills his defensive duties well but lacks quality in the final third.
CM: Casemiro – 7/10
Casemiro firmly dominated the midfield but squandered a great scoring opportunity.
CM: Kobe Minor – 7.5/10
He did his fair share of defense and made a run with the ball.
RW: Amad Diallo – 7/10
Diallo came back when needed and unfortunately hit the post.
CAM: Bruno Fernandez – 8.5/10
He created a lot of good chances for those around him and got an assist to prove his efforts.
Left back: Patrick Dolgu – 8.5/10
Dolgu was eye-catching from time to time on the left wing and scored the team’s second goal in the 76th minute.
ST: Brian Mbemo – 7/10
He wasn’t shy about shooting and scored brilliantly in the 65th minute.
Substitute:
ST: Matthews Cunha – 7/10
He came off the bench and got an assist.
