Pep Guardiola's side ran out 3-0 winners at Old Trafford on Sunday as two goals and an assist from their Norwegian goal machine sealed the points
Manchester City put in a dominant derby-day performance as Erling Haaland led the way with a brace and Phil Foden wrapped up a 3-0 victory over Manchester United. The star of the show, however, was Bernardo Silva.
The Portugal international was totally illusive throughout the afternoon, leading United a merry dance on his way to providing his fifth assist against the Red Devils of his career – the most of any player since 2017.
That assist came for Haaland's second as Bernardo's cross was headed in at the back post by the Norwegian striker. He had earlier opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Rasmus Hojlund was adjudged to have pulled down Rodri while defending a free-kick.
In truth, Haaland could have had three more goals if not for an impressive performance from United goalkeeper Andre Onana, but he could do nothing to stop Foden from rounding out the scoring from close range.
GOAL rates Man City's players from Old Trafford…
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Ederson (7/10):
Superb save kept McTominay from equalising late in the first half. Distributed brilliantly, as always.
Kyle Walker (6/10):
Dealt well with Rashford and wasn't shy of a physical battle.
John Stones (8/10):
Spent as much time in midfield as defence, but most important action came when tracking down Hojlund as it looked like the United striker was clean through. Calmness personified both in and out of possession.
Ruben Dias (6/10):
Caught out by poor passes from team-mates at times but largely led by example.
Josko Gvardiol (7/10):
Almost had a couple of costly lapses in possession early on but recovered and got stronger as the game went on. Ensured Fernandes was basically a non-factor.
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Rodri (8/10):
Barely misplaced a pass as he kept City ticking over in midfield. Won the penalty with a late run into the box.
Bernardo Silva (9/10):
United tried to man-mark him but could barely get close to the magic midfielder. Constantly on the move and offering himself for team-mates, he capped a superb showing with the cross for Haaland's second. Keeping him was the best piece of business City pulled off during the summer.
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Phil Foden (7/10):
Plenty of good but also some moments where he made the wrong decision or played a disappointing pass. Won't care after netting the third from close range.
Julian Alvarez (6/10):
One of his quieter games, but that was in part due to Bernardo taking over. Went close with a free-kick that Onana tipped over.
Erling Haaland (8/10):
Probably should have had five goals after twice being denied by Onana, but made sure of the points with a well-taken penalty and a buried header. Nigh on unstoppable if he gets the service.
Jack Grealish (8/10):
Enjoyed his best game since returning from injury. Played a key role in Haaland's second and caused Dalot plenty of problems. Twice saw shots pushed away by Onana.
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Mateo Kovacic (N/A):
On for the final five minutes.
Jeremy Doku (N/A):
Replaced Grealish late on
Pep Guardiola (8/10):
Knew exactly what to expect and saw his team cruise through what should be one of their toughest game. Opting for Grealish over in-form Doku paid off, too.
