Red Devils beat Man City, dash title dreams
Manchester United beat Manchester City 2-0 in their English Premier League encounter on Saturday, dashing City’s title hopes and creating room for league leaders Arsenal to widen their lead margin.
United ended City’s 13-match unbeaten run, handing City a defeat at Old Trafford and moving into the top four.
Coming off an EFL defeat to Brighton, United put up a brilliant performance to grab all three points at Old Trafford, pushing Arsenal behind.
Though Harry Maguire hit the crossbar, VAR disallowed goals by Amad and Bruno Fernandes for offside, and both sides went into the first-half break goalless.
But Bryan Mbeumo broke the deadlock for United with a calm finish in the 65th, sparking jubilation at Old Trafford.
Patrick Dorgu doubled United’s lead in the 75th minute with a close-range finish, causing a setback to City in their chase for the title this season.
City are now six points behind Arsenal with 43 points in 22 games. Arsenal have 49 points in 21 games so far. A victory for Arsenal against Nottingham Forest on Saturday will see them open a nine-point lead.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
World
World Sports Journalists Day: AIPS seeks separation of politics from sports worldwide
Mr Merlo stressed that journalists must stand firm against infiltration in the era of content creation and artificial intelligence.
Anti-Corruption
Ex-CBN governor Emefiele didn’t benefit from $6.2 million loot, EFCC witness tells court
The judge adjourned until Friday for continuation.
NationWide
Experts demand compensation from climate polluters amid extreme heatwaves
Ms Kivuyo decried the gender impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities.
World
Earthquakes: Several among 146 Venezuelans deported from U.S. feared dead
The deportees consist 120 men, 19 women and seven children.
States
Enugu lawmaker pays UTME, SSCE fees for 250 constituents
Mr Mbah highlighted his achievements since he assumed office in 2023.
Lagos
No cause for alarm over 10,430 HIV cases report, Lagos assures residents
Ms Animashaun said Lagos must also be understood within its unique demographic and healthcare context.
