Keane calls Haaland's controversial goal brilliant as Man City beats Man Utd 1-0
On September 14, 2026, Manchester City secured a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, with Erling Haaland scoring the only goal in the second half. City played with ten men after Phil Foden was shown a red card in the first half. Speaking on Sky Sports, former United captain Roy Keane described the finish as brilliant, acknowledging the controversy but praising how quickly Haaland reacted and placed the ball in the net.
The result leaves Manchester United in thirteenth place on the Premier League table with just four points from four matches, raising concerns about their early-season form. For the many Nigerians who follow the EPL closely, the derby outcome fuels conversations about title contenders, tactical adjustments, and the performance of Nigerian players abroad, even though none featured in this fixture.
Given the controversy around the goal and United’s current slump, will the Red Devils regroup under their new manager and climb the table, or should fans prepare for a challenging season ahead? Keep an eye on how VAR reviews such incidents and whether United’s upcoming fixtures offer a chance to turn things around.