Overview
- Second-half strikes from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu settled the 198th Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
- United had three goals disallowed for offside and twice hit the frame, with Gianluigi Donnarumma producing a string of saves to prevent a larger margin.
- The win lifted United provisionally into the top-four picture and further damaged City's title push during a four-game league winless run.
- Carrick reverted to a back four, restored Harry Maguire to the XI, and reintegrated AFCON returnees Mbeumo and Amad Diallo in a visibly sharper setup.
- Carrick praised the start but emphasized consistency, while Pep Guardiola accepted the result, noting United were the better side as Erling Haaland was substituted late after limited impact.