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Erling Haaland’s ninth goal in Manchester derbies earned a determined City side all three points at Old Trafford despite spending three quarters of the match with 10 men. A player in a light blue Manchester City jersey with the name 'Haaland' and number '9' sits on the field in a meditation pose during a match. PICTURE SPECIAL Gallery: Manchester is Blue! Phil Foden’s red card midway through the first half – for a reaction to Bruno Fernandes’ kick in his back – made things tough for Enzo Maresca’s Blues in the Italian’s first derby as boss. However, Haaland’s tight finish on the hour sealed a memorable victory from a brilliantly performance behind enemy lines. Although Manchester United spent more than 67 minutes with the numerical advantage, an outstanding defensive display meant they mustered just three shots on Gianluigi Donnarumma’s goal. Advertisement As well as the bragging rights in Manchester, the result means we extend our 100% record at the start of the Premier League to four games and keep pace with Arsenal at the top of the table. THE GAME IN BRIEF City started the 199th Manchester derby well, showing composure on the ball in what was a febrile Old Trafford atmosphere. Antoine Semenyo had our first big opening midway through the first half when he took the ball off Diogo Dalot’s toe, but he couldn’t find Erling Haaland in the box for a simple tap in. Group of football players in Manchester City jerseys celebrating a goal during a match. MEN'S TEAM Haaland proud of personality and character in Manchester derby win The major flashpoint came just moments later when Phil Foden was sent off for reacting with two feet to the stomach of Bruno Fernandes after the United captain had kicked him while on the floor. City dropped into a 4-4-1 shape and if anything, it appeared the red card freed us up to attack with more vigour. Out of possession, Marc Guéhi and Rúben Dias were capable of snuffing out chances before United could test Donnarumma in the City goal. However, the hosts came close to an opener just before the break when Marcus Rashford’s curled free-kick from 30 yards hit our goalkeeper’s right post. Refereeing body Pro Ref has admitted an error in awarding Manchester City's winner at Manchester United in their 1-0 victory at Old Trafford. In a statement released just hours after Man City's win, Pro Ref revealed it had made contact with Man Utd to acknowledge an "error of judgment" and that the VAR "should have recommended an on-field review" for Erling Haaland's winner. Sky Sports News understands United have received an apology over the incorrect VAR decision. The striker's goal was initially disallowed for offside on the pitch before VAR overturned the decision. The VAR officials deemed that Haaland was played onside by Man Utd defender Patrick Dorgu. However, Man City's Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position as he attempted to play the ball before it reached Haaland. Despite not touching the ball, Fernandez's movement appeared to impact the defending of Man Utd's Lisandro Martinez before Haaland's back-post finish, which by the laws of the game should have led to the goal remaining disallowed. 0:00 Gary Neville slams VAR's decision to give Erling Haaland's goal in the Manchester derby Neville: Officials got Haaland wrong Man Utd news & transfers🔴 | Man Utd fixtures & scores | FREE Man Utd highlights▶️ Got Sky? Watch Premier League games LIVE on your phone📱 Not got Sky? Latest Sky Sports deals or stream PL games with no contract 0:00 Gary Neville reacts to Manchester City's controversial winner against Manchester United A Pro Ref spokesperson said: "Following the incident in the 60th minute of Sunday's Premier League fixture between Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford, we can provide clarification regarding Erling Haaland's awarded goal. A group of Manchester City players wearing light blue jerseys are celebrating together on the field, displaying expressions of joy and excitement. MEN'S TEAM We all shone at Old Trafford, says Anderson Kobbie Mainoo did similar from open play in the first few minutes of the second half as the 11 men enjoyed their best period of the game up until that point. We responded emphatically and our goal came on the hour mark when Erling Haaland expertly turned home Joško Gvardiol’s deflected cross. After a near three-minute VAR check for offside, the goal was eventually awarded to send the travelling pocket of Blues into bedlam. We came within inches of doubling that advantage shortly after but a diving Lammens got a fingertip on to Enzo Fernández’s guided effort from 20 yards. The Blues weren’t done there and could easily have had more, with Haaland tickling a low Fernández free-kick crossed in behind United’s defence. United became increasingly desperate as the final whistle neared but with three points to hold on to, City’s warriors gave every ounce of sweat and toil they could muster to see us over the line. lineup news is under the spotlight ahead of the first Manchester derby of the 2026-27 Premier League season. Old Trafford hosts the meeting on Sunday afternoon, with Michael Carrick's United looking to respond to an uneven start against Enzo Maresca's unbeaten City. Kick-off is set for 4:30 pm BST, with the match shown live on Sky Sports. Both managers have key decisions to make in attack and midfield, while United continue to manage a long injury list. The Manchester United lineup could also depend on Luke Shaw's fitness after he missed the midweek Champions League win over Sabah. City have fewer concerns, although Jeremy Doku remains out with a calf injury. Manchester United will announce the confirmed lineup one hour before kick-off. Manchester United Lineup Today Faces More Fitness Problems Senne Lammens should start in goal, with Diogo Dalot and Harry Maguire expected to return to the defense alongside Lisandro Martinez. Luke Shaw or Patrick Dorgu could take the left-back position. Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans are expected to form the midfield pair. Bruno Fernandes should play behind Benjamin Sesko, who scored in his first start since May during the 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah. Bryan Mbeumo is expected on the right, while Matheus Cunha and Marcus Rashford compete for the left-sided role. Shaw remains a key fitness question after Carrick chose not to risk him in midweek. Mason Mount is available after appearing against Sabah. United are without Amad Diallo, Matthijs de Ligt, Manuel Ugarte, Carlos Baleba and Tom Heaton. Those absences leave Carrick with fewer rotation options for the Manchester derby. Manchester City Lineup and Team News Manchester City is also expected to play in a 4-2-3-1 shape. Gianluigi Donnarumma should start in goal, with Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi in central defense. Josko Gvardiol is expected at left-back, while Matheus Nunes and Abdukodir Khusanov are competing for the right-back position. Elliot Anderson and Enzo Fernandez are tipped to start in midfield. Rayan Cherki should play behind Erling Haaland, with Phil Foden on the right and Antoine Semenyo on the left. Jeremy Doku is City's main absentee because of a calf injury. Nico O'Reilly has recovered from a back problem and is fully available, giving Maresca another option across defense and midfield. Haaland and Fernandes both enter the Manchester derby with three Premier League goals this season. Manchester United vs Manchester City Confirmed Lineup and Live Updates The Manchester United vs Manchester City lineup will shape a derby between two teams with different selection problems. United need to decide who starts on the left and whether Sesko leads the attack after his midweek goal. City will look to control the midfield through Anderson and Fernandez while using Haaland against United's central defenders. United will need to manage City's threat from wide areas and provide enough support for their striker. Michael Oliver will referee the Manchester derby, with Matt Donohue serving as VAR. The official Manchester United vs Manchester City confirmed lineup will be released one hour before the 4:30 pm BST kick-off at Old Trafford. This page will carry the latest starting XI, team news and live updates once the team sheets are confirmed. Like HEAVY's content? Be sure to follow us. This article was originally published on HEAVY The post Manchester United vs Manchester City Lineup Today: Confirmed Starting XI, Team News and Live Updates appeared first on HEAVY.