Manchester City claimed the derby 1-0 at Old Trafford on 13 September 2026.

Erling Haaland got the decisive goal.

The match was defined by VAR. The technology shaped the rhythm of the game.

Phil Foden was dismissed for City. He received a red card. Despite being down to 10 men, City held firm at the back under constant pressure.

United threw men forward but could not score. They lost at home. City collected maximum points.

It was a gritty, hard-earned win. The win offers plenty of encouragement going forward.