Ronaldo Scores Brace as United Stun CityRonaldo Scores Brace as United Stun City In a thrilling encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Manchester United pulled off a remarkable upset by defeating arch-rivals Manchester City 2-1 at Old Trafford. The match was marked by Cristiano Ronaldo’s clinical display in front of goal. The Portuguese maestro struck first for United in the 14th minute with a trademark header. City defender Joao Cancelo had no answer to Ronaldo’s aerial prowess as he rose above him to meet Bruno Fernandes’ cross perfectly. Ronaldo doubled his tally just before the half-hour mark. This time, he showcased his predatory instincts by pouncing on a loose ball in the City penalty area. With lightning-fast reflexes, he sent a low drive into the net, leaving City goalkeeper Ederson stranded. Manchester City came out fighting in the second half and pulled a goal back through Riyad Mahrez in the 78th minute. The Algerian winger fired a stunning free-kick into the top corner of David De Gea’s goal. However, United held on for dear life in the closing stages. De Gea made several crucial saves to deny City, while Raphael Varane and Harry Maguire were imperious in defense. The victory is a major boost for United’s hopes of securing a top-four finish in the Premier League. It also marks a significant turning point under interim manager Ralf Rangnick, who has instilled a new sense of belief in the team. For Manchester City, the defeat is a setback in their title race. However, Pep Guardiola’s men remain in control of their own destiny with a five-point lead at the summit. Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace has once again underlined his status as one of the greatest goalscorers of all time. The Portuguese legend has now scored 18 goals in all competitions for United this season, proving that he is still a vital asset to the team.