5 of the best Manchester derbies in recent times

Manchester City v Manchester United - Premier League
A heated rivalry

#3 Manchester United 2 - 1 Manchester City - 12 February 2011

Manchester United vs Manchester City - Premier League
Who can forget this?

Wayne Rooney's acrobatic effort in the second half sealed the game for Manchester United as the game ended 2-1 to the Red Devils.

Nani opened the scoring for the home side as he comfortably slotted the ball past Joe Hart in the 41st minute. Manchester City equalized through a lucky goal as Edin Dzeko's attempt struck David Silva and went in past a helpless Edwin van der Sar.

Wayne Rooney produced the magical moment of the derby as he scored an acrobatic bicycle goal which flew past Joe Hart following a deflected cross from Nani. With no further goals scored, the derby ended 2-1 and Manchester United marched on to win the league title that season.

Wayne Rooney's exceptional bicycle kick still remains the best goal scored in the derby and it went on to win the Premier League Goal of the 20 Seasons award.

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