Rivals United are faced with a reality check after Manchester City’s 3-1 derby victory.

United, which has suffered 11 league losses and 16 losses overall this season, cannot say the same. Erik ten Hag’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League were further damaged by the most recent loss, as his sixth-place squad was 11 points behind Aston Villa in fourth place.

Meanwhile, City continues to defend the FA Cup, Premier League, and Champions League with three different strategies.

Ten Hag remarked, “Remember that City is the greatest team in the world right now.”

After yet another loss to its cross-town foe, United supporters are probably not going to find much solace in such remarks. It is also possible that Jim Ratcliffe, who recently purchased a 27.7% share in the team and pledged to end City’s domestic domination, was humbled by the 192nd Manchester derby.

Marcus Rashford’s incredible goal gave United the lead at halftime, but Phil Foden’s two goals in the second half and Haaland’s penalty kick from point blank range sealed the victory, leaving United with little chance.

Under the leadership of British billionaire Ratcliffe, whose investment has given him authority over the club’s soccer activities, there had been an opportunity to make a statement early on.

After yet another loss to its cross-town foe, United supporters are probably not going to find much solace in such remarks. It is also possible that Jim Ratcliffe, who recently purchased a 27.7% share in the team and pledged to end City’s domestic domination, was humbled by the 192nd Manchester derby.

Marcus Rashford’s incredible goal gave United the lead at halftime, but Phil Foden’s two goals in the second half and Haaland’s penalty kick from point blank range sealed the victory, leaving United with little chance.

Under the leadership of British billionaire Ratcliffe, whose investment has given him authority over the club’s soccer activities, there had been an opportunity to make a statement early on.

Instead of hurting City’s hopes of winning the Premier League for a record-tying fourth time in a row, United only helped to bolster City’s confidence ahead of their matchup with league leaders Liverpool, who defeated Nottingham Forest 1-0 on Saturday to maintain their advantage, at the top of the table the following week.

It concerns us. Guardiola remarked, “It is about us; we have no control over what Liverpool, Arsenal, Aston Villa, or other contenders do.” Will we carry it out? I’m not sure. As of now, we have more points than we had during the previous season. The distinction is that Liverpool is ahead of last season by, I’m not sure how many points, at this moment. What can I say, other than congratulations thus far, while the opponent is acting in this manner? We’ll keep trying, game after game.

Having already lost against City for the sixth time in six meetings since joining United in 2022, Ten Hag must strive to save the season.

Despite an optimistic first year in charge, he has had a difficult second season. He was given the task of rebuilding a United club that has been in decline since former manager Alex Ferguson departed in 2013.

United’s only realistic chance to win a trophy is in the FA Cup, as Champions League qualification is becoming less and less feasible.

We are making great progress this year, so you need to make up some ground. Ten Hag asserted that “everyone can defeat everyone and things can turn around quickly.” “We need to get to the next final, and we

Under Ratcliffe, a lot of changes are anticipated. Dan Ashworth, the sporting director of Newcastle, is anticipated to be brought in, while Omar Berrada, a former City executive, has been hired as CEO.

Ratcliffe has stated his goals clearly, but United has not given any indication that Ten Hag’s job is in jeopardy.

“Every time you lose a game, it hurts this club,” Bruno Fernandes, the captain of United, remarked. “We want to win the games we play, and we are aware of what this club expects of us. Even though we didn’t win the three points today, there is still much work to be done.