Published 16:25 IST, March 9th 2020

Man City goalkeeper Ederson bears brunt of criticism after blunders vs Man United

Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson had a poor game against Man United in the derby as the Red Devils scored twice to defeat Guardiola's side thrice this season.

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Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson Moraes has been on receiving end of criticism since his disastrous performance in Manchester derby. Brazilian goalkeeper displayed poor skills between sticks against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side, conceding five goals in four derby games this season. This was Man City's third Manchester derby defeat in all competitions this campaign.

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Man United vs Man City highlights: Ederson performs poorly in Manchester Derby

In 30th minute of game, Bru Fernandes took a free-kick to hit it past Man City defensive wall. Anthony Martial was quick to hit a volley past goalkeeper Ederson Moraes who failed to keep Martial's effort out. This led to intense criticism from Man City fans. Despite Man City’s efforts to equalise, y failed to score at Old Trafford on night.

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Man United vs Man City highlights: McTominay goal vs Man City

In injury time of game, midfielder Scott McTominay scored second goal of night for Man United. Ederson Moraes committed a blunder as he rolled ball towards McTominay who was hovering around 35-yard area. midfielder did t think twice before striking it past Ederson with Brazilian leaving an unguarded net behind.

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Man United vs Man City highlights: Fans react to Ederson's form in Manchester Derby

victory means that Man United are fifth on Premier League points table. Solskjaer’s side have bagged 45 points in 29 games. y will next play against LASK in Round of 16 of Europa League on Thursday night.

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16:25 IST, March 9th 2020