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Premier League
Apr 7, 2018 at 5.30pm UK
 
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2-3

Kompany (25'), Gundogan (30')
FT(HT: 2-0)
Pogba (53', 55'), Smalling (69')
Reaction
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on March 17, 2018
Manchester United confirm Jose Mourinho coin incident
Manchester United confirm that manager Jose Mourinho was struck by a coin thrown by a supporter during the closing stages of the derby showdown with Manchester City.
Apr 9, 18:26
Manchester United's Chris Smalling scores against Manchester City on April 7, 2018
Dermot Gallagher: 'No issue with winner from Manchester United's Chris Smalling'
Former Premier League official Dermot Gallagher says that there were no issues with Manchester United's winning goal against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 9, 16:31
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Dermot Gallagher: 'Manchester United lucky to avoid conceding penalty'
Former Premier League official Dermot Gallagher admits that Manchester United were lucky not to concede a penalty against Manchester City for a foul on Sergio Aguero.
Apr 9, 16:18
Ashley Young of Manchester United reacts to being injured during the game against Everton on April 4, 2017
Dermot Gallagher: 'No deliberate handball from Manchester United's Ashley Young'
Former Premier League official Dermot Gallagher says that the referee was right not to award Manchester City a penalty for handball by Manchester United's Ashley Young.
Apr 9, 16:08
Referee Martin Atkinson in action during the FA Cup fifth round clash between Blackburn Rovers and Manchester United at Ewood Park on February 19, 2017
Pep Guardiola unhappy with Martin Atkinson over Ashley Young challenge
Pep Guardiola jokes that Sergio Aguero 'dived' in an attempt to win a penalty against Manchester United, having clearly been caught in the box by Ashley Young.
Apr 9, 14:02
Paul Pogba looks dejected during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United on April 7, 2018
Ander Herrera: 'Ashley Young, Michael Carrick inspired comeback'
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera opens up on the team talk that inspired his side to a 3-2 win over Manchester City, led by Ashley Young and Michael Carrick.
Apr 9, 13:26
Raheem Sterling celebrates with Sergio Aguero after scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Juan Mata: 'Manchester City will be deserving title winners'
Juan Mata admits that rivals Manchester City have "made things impossible" for Manchester United this season due to their consistency.
Apr 9, 13:00
Vincent Kompany opens the scoring during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United on April 7, 2018
Vincent Kompany: 'Manchester City should have been more cautious'
Defender Vincent Kompany says that Manchester City should have been "more cautious" during the second half of the derby clash with Manchester United.
Apr 9, 11:11
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on March 17, 2018
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho 'struck by pound coin'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho was reportedly struck by a pound coin during the closing stages of Saturday's derby showdown with Manchester City.
Apr 9, 09:27
Pep Guardiola holds his head in his hands during the Champions League quarter-final game between Liverpool and Manchester City on April 4, 2018
Pep Guardiola: 'Derby collapse could haunt Manchester City'
Pep Guardiola hopes that his players are not mentally scarred by the manner of their defeat to Man United as they prepare to face Liverpool in the Champions League.
Apr 8, 23:00
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Burton Albion
Ander Herrera 'denies spitting on Manchester City crest'
A Manchester United spokesman is quoted as saying that Ander Herrera is "mortified" by suggestions that he spat on a Manchester City badge at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 8, 22:44
Manchester United's Chris Smalling scores against Manchester City on April 7, 2018
Danilo: Manchester United needed "long balls" to beat Manchester City
Danilo refuses to accept that Manchester City were second best against Manchester United, insisting that the visitors only won because of their 'long-ball tactics'.
Apr 8, 13:50
Gary Neville working for Sky Sports in January 2015
Gary Neville: 'Manchester City damaged by Manchester United defeat'
Gary Neville says that Manchester City will be "damaged" after losing 3-2 to Manchester United on Saturday.
Apr 8, 10:42
Paul Pogba scores during the game between Manchester City and Manchester United on April 7, 2018
Manchester United's Paul Pogba: 'Manchester City title win like death'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says that allowing Manchester City to wrap up the league title under their noses would have been "like death".
Apr 7, 20:37
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola defends players after derby defeat
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola refuses to criticise his players following their derby defeat to local rivals Manchester United.
Apr 7, 20:26
Paul Pogba scores during the game between Manchester City and Manchester United on April 7, 2018
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho: 'Paul Pogba's price tag has gone up'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says that Paul Pogba's value on the transfer market has gone up following his brace against Manchester City.
Apr 7, 20:15
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on March 17, 2018
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho sets sights on second place
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho admits that he was never concerned about spoiling Manchester City's title celebrations in the local derby.
Apr 7, 20:02
Manchester United's Chris Smalling scores against Manchester City on April 7, 2018
Manchester United's Chris Smalling: 'We deserved to beat Manchester City'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling insists that his side were good value for their 3-2 victory over Manchester City.
Apr 7, 19:50

The Match

Match Report

Manchester City miss out on the chance of securing the Premier League title in a record time as they lose 3-2 to rivals Manchester United.

Live Commentary

Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Man City's 3-2 defeat to Man United, as the Red Devils recovered from two down to claim all three points.

Team News

Sergio Aguero is on the Manchester City bench ahead of Saturday's Premier League derby with Manchester United.

Preview

Sports Mole previews the Premier League action as Manchester City take on rivals Manchester United with Pep Guardiola's side aiming to be crowned champions.

Head to Head
Jul 21, 2017 3am
Pre-season Friendlies
Man Utd
2-0
Man City
Lukaku (36'), Rashford (38')
Blind (45')

Toure (42'), Mangala (55')
Oct 26, 2016 8pm
Round Four
Man Utd
1-0
Man City
Mata (54')
Valencia (26'), Pogba (90'), Ibrahimovic (90')

Iheanacho (13')
Sep 10, 2016 12.30pm
Man Utd
1-2
Man City
Ibrahimovic (42')
Bailly (45'), Fellaini (52'), Rooney (83')
De Bruyne (15'), Iheanacho (36')
Silva (41'), Fernandinho (95')
Build-up
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones eyeing derby-day glory
Manchester City centre-back John Stones claims that "it would mean a lot" if his team won the Premier League title by beating Manchester United.
Apr 7, 10:36
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on March 17, 2018
Jose Mourinho: 'Sergio Romero only injury'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho reveals that Sergio Romero is his only injured player entering this weekend's clash with Manchester City.
Apr 6, 20:17
Jesse Lingard and Romelu Lukaku celebrate with each other during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United on December 17, 2017
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's Manchester derby clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 6, 19:00
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
How Manchester United could line up against Manchester City
Sports Mole looks at the starting lineup Jose Mourinho may go with for Manchester United's meeting with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 6, 17:00
Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho: 'Finishing second is all that matters'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says that securing points in the race for second place is more important than delaying Manchester City's title celebrations.
Apr 6, 16:26
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Sergio Aguero faces fitness test ahead of Manchester derby
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms that Sergio Aguero's fitness will be assessed ahead of this weekend's derby clash with Manchester United.
Apr 6, 16:13
Sergio Aguero celebrates with Bernardo Silva after scoring during the EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Manchester City on January 23, 2018
How Manchester City could line up against Manchester United
Ahead of Saturday's Manchester derby clash at the Etihad Stadium, Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City may line up against Manchester United.
Apr 6, 16:00
Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United prepares to take a corner during the Premier League match against Huddersfield Town on February 3, 2018
Alexis Sanchez's record vs. Manchester City
Ahead of his first taste of the Manchester derby this weekend, Sports Mole looks at Alexis Sanchez's past record in meetings with Manchester City.
Apr 6, 11:30
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Romelu Lukaku's record vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has fared in previous meetings with Manchester City ahead of this weekend's encounter.
Apr 6, 11:00
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Sergio Aguero's record vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Manchester City's meeting with Manchester United on Saturday, Sports Mole looks at injury doubt Sergio Aguero's record against the Red Devils.
Apr 6, 10:10
Jesse Lingard celebrates pulling one back during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Jesse Lingard: 'Manchester United can spoil Manchester City's party'
Manchester United attacking midfielder Jesse Lingard insists that his side can spoil Manchester City's party this weekend.
Apr 5, 21:37
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Manchester City on January 23, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne targets "special" win over Manchester United
Manchester City ace Kevin De Bruyne is relishing the chance to 'make history' by overcoming Manchester United next weekend and sealing the Premier League title.
Apr 2, 17:31
Juan Mata in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Juan Mata looks ahead to Manchester City clash
Manchester United attacker Juan Mata says that his team 'owe their supporters a good performance' in Saturday's Manchester derby.
Apr 2, 15:33
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1Liverpool16123137162139
2Chelsea17105237191835
3Arsenal1796234161833
4Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest179442319431
5Bournemouth178452721628
6Aston Villa178452626028
7Manchester CityMan City178362925427
8Newcastle UnitedNewcastle177552721626
9Fulham176742422225
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton176742726125
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1772839251423
12Brentford177283232023
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd176472122-122
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham175572230-820
15Everton163761421-716
16Crystal Palace173771826-816
17Leicester CityLeicester173592137-1614
18Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1733112740-1312
19Ipswich TownIpswich172691632-1612
20Southampton1713131136-256


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