Erling Haaland destroys limp Man Utd as pressure grows on Erik ten Hag - 5 talking points
Manchester United were outclassed and humiliated by Manchester City as Pep Guardiola ’s side ran out comfortable three-goal victors at Old Trafford.
Erling Haaland netted a double either side of half time – the first from the penalty spot – to put the visitors in control before Phil Foden added a third. It could have been a much greater margin of victory for the visitors, who were dominant throughout.
United were without their entire first-choice defence and specialist holding midfielder in Casemiro, but this was another insipid performance from Erik ten Hag’s side – who have been left with many more questions than answers. Here are five talking points from another dark day for the Red Devils.
Erling Haaland’s record in Manchester derbies has been hugely hit and miss. His debut against the Red Devils produced a scintillating hat-trick in a 6-3 mauling at the Etihad early last season. However, in the next two meetings, the Norwegian was largely anonymous – unable to find the net in the league loss at Old Trafford or in the FA Cup final.
Haaland was the decisive factor in this game, netting from the spot before his header – having found space to run and head home unmarked – while having several other opportunities to score, including one stunning save from Andre Onana.
Having found the net against Brighton last week and then netted a double against Young Boys in City’s midweek Champions League win, he has truly re-found top form after a mini goal drought. He is now up to 13 goals and counting for City this term.
With United trailing by two goals with 17 minutes left on the clock, Alejandro Garnacho replaced Rasmus Hojlund – the home side’s one recognised central striker. Manager Erik ten Hag’s decision was greeted loudly by
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