MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester City's relentless march towards the Premier League title was interrupted as their 21-match winning streak in all competitions was ended by a surprise 2-0 home defeat to rivals Manchester United on Sunday.
Shaw, Martial both 8/10 as Man United win derby, snap City s 21-game winning streak
A year to the day after beating Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer s men did it again this time on enemy territory. Today s victory reduces City s lead at the top to 11 points.
United flew out of the traps and stunned City in the opening exchanges, earning a penalty after just 35 seconds. Anthony Martial dribbled into a crowded City box and was clipped by Gabriel Jesus before Bruno Fernandes stepped up to convert from the spot. The visitors looked lively but couldn t keep up the pressure. City had a couple of half-chances, but ultimately grew into the game and dominated the possession for the rest of the first half.
MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester City's 21-match winning streak was ended by rivals Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side enjoyed a 2-0 Premier League derby victory at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
Manchester City saw their 21-match winning streak come to an end as Manchester United secured a 2-0 derby victory over the runaway Premier League leaders on Sunday.