The greatest Manchester derbies

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Let's take a look at some of the memorable Manchester derbies from the past. It has provided some incredible moments.

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Man United 0-1 Man City, April 1974. Did Denis Law really relegate Manchester United? 

Technically no. United would have been relegated anyway after Birmingham beat Norwich City in their final game of the campaign, It was a definite low point for United though. Seeing their former hero delivering a cruel blow.

Man United 4 - 3 Man City, September 2009. Was this the greatest of all Manchester Derbies? 

Not long after signing Carlos Tevez, City travelled to United trying to make a statement that they had finally joined the elite of English football. Seven goals and a Michael Owen winner later, they had certainly arrived but it was ultimately heartbreak on this occasion.  

Man City 3 - 3 Man United, November 1990

Coming a year after City's historic 5-1 win over United, the reds were out for revenge but found themselves trailing again. Two late goals from Brian McClair eventually earned United a dramatic 3-3 draw.

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Man United 3 - 1 Man City, 2010 League Cup Semi Final 2nd leg

City came into this 2nd leg with a 2-1 lead after edging United out in the 1st leg thanks to two goals from Carlos Tevez.  United were still favourites to qualify though, and there was a roaring atmosphere inside Old Trafford from both sets of fans. The tie was finally sealed in United's favour when Wayne Rooney scored a last-minute winner. 

Man City 2 - 3 Man United. The reds delay City's title.

Manchester City had to wait to secure the Premier League title after United mounted a remarkable second-half derby fightback to come from two goals down to win.

Man United 1 - 6 Man City

A day that nobody will ever forget. City thrashed United on a memorable day. City scored three late goals to quickly move the score from 1 - 3 to 1-6. Those extra strikes would important as the blues won the league on goal difference.

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