The visitors pulled off a dramatic heist at the Etihad Stadium, snatching all three points thanks to the brilliance of their Ivorian star.
Amad Diallo’s late magic inspired Manchester United to a thrilling 2-1 derby victory over Manchester City, silencing the home crowd with a stunning comeback.
Trailing for much of the match after Josko Gvardiol’s towering header, United found their lifeline in the 88th minute when Diallo won a crucial penalty. Bruno Fernandes calmly converted to level the score. But it was Amad’s moment of brilliance in the 91st minute—displaying sublime control and a composed finish past a stranded Ederson—that secured United's first victory at the Etihad since 2021.
Ruben Amorim made bold pre-game decisions, leaving Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of the squad. However, his starting lineup struggled to impress, with Mason Mount forced off through injury in the 13th minute and Amad frequently caught offside during a scrappy first half.
City took the lead through Gvardiol, capitalizing on United’s ongoing struggles defending set pieces—their fourth concession from a dead ball in just three Premier League matches and their eighth of the season. With Amorim staring down a third straight league defeat, his substitutions once again turned the tide, just as they had in midweek Europa League action.
This stunning comeback marks a pivotal moment for United, piling the pressure on Pep Guardiola's side and reigniting their season in dramatic fashion.
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