Where the Manchester derby was won and lost - tactical analysis

It was a tough day for Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United in the derby against City, marking a frustrating spell with just eight wins in 31 Premier League matches. City dominated the first half, mainly attacking down the left with Doku, while United’s right centre-back, Leny Yoro, struggled to keep up. City’s strategy of pinning players worked well, as they capitalised on a loose ball for their first goal despite Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte being back in defence. Post-match discussions revolved around whether United’s issues stem from their player choices or the overall system in place.

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