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The Manchester derby has become a largely one-sided affair in recent times. Eric ten Hag has faced Manchester City five times as United manager and has won only once against their noisy neighbours.
The most recent outing, which saw City play alongside United's backline in a 3-1 win, underlined the gulf between the two teams.
However, this was not the case under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who made a habit of getting the better of Pep Guardiola by winning four games in two and a half seasons.
The Norwegian, who recently appeared on Gary Neville's Stick to Football show, suggested that his player's ability to break out of possession was a big reason behind his team's success in the Premier League.
This distinctive feature became more intense every time United took possession of City. Solskjaer's side were not afraid to take Guardiola's players into possession. However, with their intense running and defending, they often kept them away from their penalty area.
One player who has often shone in these derby encounters is Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
From Riyad Mahrez to Raheem Sterling and even the occasional Phil Foden, the Englishman, nicknamed 'The Spider', has rarely failed to impress City with his well-timed tackles and impeccable positional awareness. ’s wingers to enjoy any success on their flanks. ,
Sterling, now at Chelsea, has not forgotten those battles. During an interview with StatSports, the ex-City star was asked about the toughest defender he has ever faced. The four-time Premier League winner immediately replied:
“Wan-Bissaka was a fight I enjoyed. You'll get ahead of him and then come out of nowhere, that's where I would enjoy the fight.
Diogo Delot's performances this season have been nothing wanting spectacular. Nonetheless, United clearly struggled to maintain Metropolis wingers at bay on Sunday and will definitely have achieved extra with the presence of Wan-Bissaka.
The 26-year-old has struggled with numerous harm issues this season and was not a part of the Crimson Devils squad to face Metropolis.
With Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malasia additionally unavailable, Ten Hag opted to play Victor Lindelof out vast. The much less stated about that call the higher!