"MANCHESTER, England -- Manchester City cruised to victory in the 197th Manchester derby, with two goals from Erling Haaland helped Pep Guardiola's side to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. United regrouped well after Haaland almost put City ahead inside 20 seconds. After a tight opening period, there was a moment of brilliance from Jérémy Doku to help break the deadlock as he nipped into the penalty area and crossed from Phil Foden to open the scoring with a header after 18 minutes. Foden and Doku were also involved when Haaland doubled City's lead after half-time."
"Gianluigi Donnarumma, making his debut from his deadline day arrival from Paris Saint-Germain, pulled off a terrific save to stop a Bryan Mbeumo volley. Then things went from bad to worse for United as Harry Maguire gave the ball away to Bernardo Silva, who sent Haaland clean through to make it 3-0 on 69 minutes. Here's what you need to know about Sunday's game from Rob Dawson and Mark Ogden. Man City need this resurgence from Foden if they're going to contend Most of City's problems last season were put down to Rodri's absence, but Foden's dip in form was also a big factor. He was the best player in the Premier League when they won the title in 2023-24, notching 19 league goals and 27 in all competitions. Last season it was down to seven in the league and 13 in total. - Report: City outclass United in emotional derby -City superfan Hatton honored before game It was telling that Foden chose not to play for England in the June internationals, citing his need for a rest. Speaking in the U.S. at the Club World Cup, he said that the break had done him good and it was a case of "new season, new me.""
Manchester City defeated Manchester United 3-0 at the Etihad, with Erling Haaland scoring twice. Jérémy Doku penetrated the penalty area and Phil Foden headed home after 18 minutes to open the scoring. Foden and Doku combined again to set up Haaland's second after half-time. Gianluigi Donnarumma produced a strong debut save to deny Bryan Mbeumo, but Harry Maguire's turnover allowed Bernardo Silva to set Haaland through for the third on 69 minutes. Foden's improved form after a planned summer rest suggests a potential resurgence for City's title challenge.
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