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  "title": "Haaland fires 10-man Man City to memorable win over Man Utd",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/haaland-fires-10-man-man-city-to-memorable-win-over-man-utd-7191519",
  "topic": "world",
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  "published": "2026-09-13T22:43:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
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    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/09/1532179/haaland-fires-10-man-man-city-memorable-win-over-man-utd"
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  "account": "Erling Haaland's 10-man Manchester City secured a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United, maintaining a perfect start to Enzo Maresca's tenure as City manager. The red card to Phil Foden in the first half, following a clash with Bruno Fernandes, extended United's difficulties, which saw them trail by eight points behind both City and defending champions Arsenal. New City midfielder Elliot Anderson and Fernandez's pairing proved crucial as they navigated the setback. Haaland scored the decisive goal with a well-placed shot, a decision made controversial when Fernandez was initially deemed not interfering with play while attempting to head in the ball. Defeat highlighted a poor start for United, who were already eight points behind city and Arsenal. The match atmosphere was charged with United fans' anger towards their club, combined with the usual animosity between their supporters. The pre-match air was thick with tension, amplified by recent ticket-touting crackdowns that led to widespread condemnation from supporters groups. United had a commanding start in the first quarter but succumbed to Foden's red card, which left them in a precarious position. Despite Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans nearly scoring against City's goalkeeper, Manchester United failed to capitalize on their opportunities. City's Donnarumma made crucial saves to keep the visitors at bay. The turning point arrived in the second half when Haaland converted a deflected cross, a goal approved by VAR despite the earlier controversy over Fernandez's involvement. United's Bryan Mbeumo had a near-miss late in the game, but his effort was thwarted by Donnarumma's fine save. Maresca celebrated his team's victory, signaling a stark contrast between the two teams' performances as they vie for the Premier League title.",
  "summary": "MANCHESTER: Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden’s first-half red card to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca’s reign.",
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