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MANCHESTER UNITED have launched an investigation into which player is leaking team news information.Both derby day hero Amad Diallo and axed Alejandro Garnacho have been quizzed by new boss Ruben Amorim as to whether they are responsible.Ruben Amorim’s starting line-up was leaked the day before the Manchester derbyCredit: GettyThe leaked XI was exactly the same as the line-up that started the matchNews of United’s starting eleven for Sundays dramatic late comeback win over Manchester City leaked the night before.Garnacho’s brother Roberto had been accused on social media of being one source.Team news has leaked in the past when Alejandro has been left out.Roberto denied last week that he is the mole.Read More on Man UtdAmorim said after the victory at The Etihad that he was unhappy that the United team news had been leaked ahead of the game.Amorim said: “I know that story, I think it is impossible to fix, you have a lot of people in the club, the players talk with agents, it is not a good thing.”Amorim has already proved he will not stand for players stepping out of line.He axed both Garnacho and Marcus Rashford from the squad for Sunday’s game due to their poor training.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAmad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho have been quizzed about the leaksCredit: GettyHe also suggested off-field issues like how the players dressed and are with teammates came into his decision making.Amorim is satisfied neither Amad or Garnacho are involved directly in the leaking.Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim says he has no disciplinary issues with Rashford and Garnacho While Garnacho was watching the match from home Amad was the United hero.He won the penalty for United’s equaliser in the 88th minute before scoring the winner in the last seconds of normal time.Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s best performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez’ pass, he then clipped the ball past Ederson and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on in a deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zirkzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.Amorim was full of praise for Diallo after the game, saying: “He can play different positions, he is very humble. We have to be very careful with Amad because sometimes in our club we put young players in a special place. Let’s stay clam with Amad.”The new Manchester United gaffer was delighted with the win over City but says there is much to do.He told Match of the Day: “It was incredible. I think we deserved it. It was a very tough match but we believe until the end. We managed to score, we needed that win, it was important for us and for our fans.”We were in the game for 90 minutes and that is very good. We talk about the Arsenal game, we played well in the first half but they were not believing that we could win. Today was so much more different.”I also believe. Then we have Fergie time and we put the things together and something magic happened. It was a good day for us.READ MORE SUN STORIES”They [the fans] need it. Just like us, but you can see the way they celebrate is special. But we need to continue. Our club needs to win these kinds of matches, I understand the happiness of our fans but we need to continue.”With a victory for City, the performance was the same. We need to improve a lot of things but today the guys deserved the win. They were in it until the last minute and that is important for us.” More

JOSHUA ZIRKZEE sparked a furious reaction from Manchester City fans by goading them after Manchester United’s dramatic derby win.United clinched a shock 2-1 win over their neighbours at the Etihad on Sunday.Joshua Zirkzee celebrated directly in front of the Man City fansCredit: x/ aadamp9The striker had to be pulled awayCredit: x/ aadamp9Amad Diallo scored a last-minute winner for United at the EtihadCredit: EPAWith City 1-0 up in the final stages, Matheus Nunes gave away a penalty for a clumsy challenge on Amad Diallo.Bruno Fernandes converted the spot-kick to equalise, leaving Pep Guardiola furious.And just two minutes later, Amad broke through again, this time poking the ball over Ederson before slotting it into the bottom-right corner.Man City fans at the Etihad were left in complete disbelief, with many quick to make a beeline for the exits.Read More on Man UtdBut those who stayed after the final whistle were taunted by a very smug Zirkzee.The Dutchman walked over to the home supporters behind the dugout before pumping his fists in celebration.It sparked a furious reaction from the fans, who shouted back at him.Zirkzee was then pulled away by United staff members before things escalated.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFans took to social media to react to the incident, with one person writing: “ZIRKZEE, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS.”Another commented: “This level of petty is what I love to see.”Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim says he has no disciplinary issues with Rashford and Garnacho While a third said: “Bringing back the proper way the game is played!”Amorim was thrilled with his team’s performance after the match.He said: “It was incredible. I think we deserved it. It was a very tough match but we believe until the end.”We managed to score, we needed that win, it was important for us and for our fans.”We were in the game for 90 minutes and that is very good. We talk about the Arsenal game, we played well in the first half but they were not believing that we could win. Today was so much more different.”I also believe. Then we have Fergie time and we put the things together and something magic happened. It was a good day for us.”Meanwhile, Guardiola sensationally claimed “I’m not good enough” in the wake of his team’s latest defeat.He said: “I’m the boss, I’m the manager, I have to find solutions but I don’t find solutions.READ MORE SUN STORIES”This is a big club and when you lose eight of (11) something is wrong. You can say the schedule is tough or the injuries to players, but no.”I’m the manager and I’m not good enough, simple as that. I have to find a way to talk to them, to train them in the way we need to play, to press the way we need to press. I’m not good enough. I’m not doing well. That is the truth.”Man Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s bets performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez pass, he then clipped the ball past Edersonn and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on ina deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zrikzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game. 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HARRY MAGUIRE revealed he has held ‘positive’ talks with Manchester United about his future.The former Red Devils captain is out of contract at the end of the season, though the club have an option to extend his stay by a year.Harry Maguire revealed he has held talks with the club over his futureCredit: GettyMaguire has struggled with injuries in recent months but his performances have improved, and he played 90 minutes in the derby win over Manchester City.His future at Old Trafford is still unclear but Maguire said he has held positive talks with club chiefs.He said: “I haven’t really thought about it. I’ve still got this year to go with an option in their hands.“But, yeah, all the signs are positive at the moment and the chat that I’m having is really positive.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDMaguire appears to have turned a corner since being made available for transfer in the summer of 2023.West Ham had a bid accepted for the centre-back but Maguire turned it down as he wanted to stay and fight for his place at United.Maguire is now being picked by new boss Ruben Amorim, who has deployed a back three since taking the reigns.Speaking of his adjusted role, Maguire added: “I’ve been injured when he first joined, so I’ve just got buy myself a bit of time and they’re looking after my minutes, so I haven’t been able to play back-to-back games yet.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMan Utd player ratings vs Man City as sensational Amad Diallo turns derby on its headAMAD DIALLO left Manchester City stunned as he turned the derby on its head.The flying winger won a penalty, converted by Bruno Fernandes, in the dying embers to level it up.But the best was yet to come as Amad flicked past an onrushing Ederson before expertly slotting in a dramatic winner from a tight angle deep into injury time.Here’s how SunSport’s Neil Custis rated the Man Utd players…Andre Onana – 6He just does not fill you with confidence. Does not command his area and as we found out midweek in Plzen, his distribution from the back is a major plus for the opposition.Wasn’t tested that much however.Lisandro Martinez – 7Looking a calmer presence under Amorim than he did before when he seemed to want to live up to his nickname from his Ajax days of ‘The Butcher of Amsterdam’.Great through ball at the end to pick out Amad’s run for the winner.Harry Maguire – 8Had a great battle with Erling Haaland which the United man won.The right call to bring the former captain in for such a big game. Looks like he suits the position in the centre of that back three.Matthijs de Ligt 78′ – 7A decent enough performance. Looked more comfortable alongside Maguire than other centre-back partners.Diogo Dalot – 5Mistimed his jump to be beaten to the ball by Josko Gvardiol for the City opener. Did not create enough going forward from his wing-back role.Bruno Fernandes – 8Missed a big chance after being put through by Hojlund and clipping the ball wide.But when the moment comes from the penalty spot he is a cool head in the hottest of atmospheres sending Ederson the wrong way to equaliseManuel Ugarte – 7Sat in front of the back four and negated much of what Phil Foden was trying to do for the home side.Noussair Mazraoui 78′ – 8The best of the summer buys. Used as the right wing back on this occasion and is able to adjust to whatever is asked of him. One of United’s best performers on the day.Mason Mount 13′ – 6Looked very close to tears when he had to come off after early in the game. He is just getting no luck whatsoever with injuries and has not had a decent run since joining the club.Amad Diallo 90′ – 9The greatest moment of his career so far with a memorable derby winner. A brilliant run first of all to meet Martinez’ pass, he then clipped the ball past Ederson and while it was a scuffed finish he got it on target.Had almost grabbed an equaliser with a flick header before that which was well saved by Ederson.Then was alert to Nunes back pass to win the penalty that did lead to United drawing level.Rasmus Hojlund 78′ – 6Most we saw of him was a head to head confrontation with Walker when the City player slumped to the ground and a little fall of his own when he tried to win a pen.But then he provided a great through ball for Fernandes which should have brought the equaliser.SubsKobbie Mainoo 13′ – 6Did a solid job as he came on in a deeper role than Mount and Fernandes moved forwardJoshua Zirkzee 78′ – 6Not the man who is going to come on and change a game, but he did well to hold onto possession in the closing seconds.Antony 78′ – 6Came on to try and make a difference but is lacking the confidence which a lack of starts brings.Leny Yoro 78′ – 6Continues to ease himself back to full fitness after that summer injury.Victor Lindelof 90′ – 6No time to have any influence on the game.“Hopefully with 90 minutes under my belt for the first time in two, three months, really.“It’s nice, it feels good. Obviously playing the back three, I’ve played in numerous times in my career – generally played on the left, but obviously playing in the middle at the moment.Gary Neville hits out at ‘Moping’ Rashford and Garnacho and has heated argument with Micah Richards live on Sky Sports “It feels good, we feel solid. There’s still, like I say, so much more improvement we need to do.”Speaking of Amorim’s impact, Maguire continued: “I think you can see we have a good structure, a good style of play, the way that he wants us to work.“But, yeah, I think his demands, he’s tactically very good. He’s proven that he’s a winner.“And, look, we’re still pretty new. I think he’s been here a month now or so, and we’re really looking forward to where we can go and where we can take this club, and I’m sure he’ll take it in a positive way.” More