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Manchester United Upset Man City 2-0 in Carrick's Debut

Carrick's winning debut lifts United's top-four push, denting City's pursuit of Arsenal.

Overview

  • Bryan Mbeumo scored on 65 minutes and Patrick Dorgu added a second on 76 to decide the derby at Old Trafford.
  • United move to 35 points and sit one behind fourth-place Liverpool, while City remain on 43.
  • The loss is City's first in the Premier League since November 22 after three straight draws in the competition.
  • Arsenal later drew 0-0 at Nottingham Forest, leaving City seven points behind the leaders.
  • Bookmakers had favored City before kickoff with odds around 1.95–1.97, highlighting the upset.