What are the short and long-term implications of the result? Here, Nick Hext discusses City and Reece Killworth analyses United.But, prior to that, Robin van Persie's
injury-time free-kick had won the game for United after City had fought back from Wayne Rooney's two goals through Yaya Toure and Pablo Zabaleta.Off-field events, which have resulted in nine people being charged with illegal behaviour, have overshadowed what was otherwise a memorable five-goal thriller at the Etihad Stadium.
injury-time free-kick had won the game for United after City had fought back from Wayne Rooney's two goals through Yaya Toure and Pablo Zabaleta.Off-field events, which have resulted in nine people being charged with illegal behaviour, have overshadowed what was otherwise a memorable five-goal thriller at the Etihad Stadium.
After a truly frantic derby, both Manchester United and Manchester City will be examining the match and considering the positive and negative aspects of the game.
