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Haaland Brace Lifts Man City in Derby as Salah's Late Penalty Keeps Liverpool Perfect

Early-season course corrections spotlight City's transition, Liverpool's reliance on late moments.

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Overview

  • Manchester City beat Manchester United 3-0 at the Etihad, with Phil Foden opening the scoring before Erling Haaland added two after half-time.
  • Deadline-day signing Gianluigi Donnarumma debuted for City and made a standout save to keep out a Bryan Mbeumo volley.
  • The derby win followed back-to-back league defeats for City after which Haaland urged higher standards and greater responsibility in a remodeled squad.
  • Liverpool edged Burnley 1-0 through a stoppage-time Mohamed Salah penalty awarded for a Hannibal Mejbri handball, with Lesley Ugochukwu sent off late on for the hosts.
  • Record signing Alexander Isak was left out to complete a full training week, with Arne Slot indicating midweek involvement as scrutiny persists over Liverpool's cohesion despite a perfect league start.