Manchester United and Manchester City delivered a subdued 0-0 draw in Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford, marking the first goalless derby since 2020. The result complicates City's push for Champions League qualification while leaving United languishing in the league's lower half.
Pep Guardiola's side, missing injured star Erling Haaland, dominated possession but struggled to break through United's defense. 'We moved too much with the ball instead of finding position,' Guardiola admitted post-match. City now sit fifth with 52 points, while United remain 13th on 38 points.
The match briefly sparked to life after halftime when City's Omar Marmoush unleashed a 25-yard rocket, drawing a superb save from United goalkeeper Andre Onana. The hosts responded through Joshua Zirkzee, whose acrobatic half-volley forced City keeper Ederson into a crucial stop.
United's defensive resilience marked their first home clean sheet since December 2024, contrasting sharply with December's thrilling 2-1 win at Etihad Stadium. While the derby's global fanbase anticipated fireworks, Sunday's tactical stalemate reflected both teams' challenging seasons and heightened stakes in the European qualification race.
