Manchester City extended one their most remarkable records after their 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Despite Phil Foden receiving a red card in the 23rd minute, City remained composed and defended their advantage brilliantly. United had 54% possession and registered 16 shots, compared with City's seven, but could only put three attempts on target. Erling Haaland eventually made the difference, scoring in the 60th minute to secure all three points for City.
Manchester City's Remarkable 10-Man Record
The latest Manchester derby has extended a remarkable five-year unbeaten streak for Manchester City in Premier League matches where they have had a player sent off.
Since 2021, City have now played six Premier League games after being reduced to 10 players, and their record is extraordinary:
Games: 6
Wins: 5
Draws: 1
Defeats: 0
The statistic becomes even more impressive when considering the circumstances surrounding the latest addition to the record.
Foden's Red Card Adds Manchester Derby to Record
The sixth game in this sequence was the latest Manchester derby, after Phil Foden was shown a red card in the 23rd minute. City therefore had to play for more than an hour with only 10 players at Old Trafford.
Rather than allowing the numerical disadvantage to completely change the contest, Enzo Maresca's side remained disciplined and composed. United controlled 54% of possession and completed 441 passes at an 88% accuracy rate, while City had 46% possession and 385 passes.
Yet City were ultimately the more clinical side.
Haaland's 60th-minute goal proved decisive, giving Manchester City a 0-1 victory and adding another win to their extraordinary record when playing a man down.
Most importantly, City's ability to preserve the clean sheet despite United's late pressure demonstrated exactly why this record has remained intact for five years. Even when circumstances turn against them, City continue to find ways to avoid defeat.
With five wins and one draw from six Premier League matches while reduced to 10 men since 2021, Manchester City's remarkable resilience has now survived another major test, and this time, it came in one of English football's biggest fixtures.