Vivianne Miedema scored twice in quick succession to guide Manchester City to a commanding derby victory over Manchester United, moving them closer to the Women’s Super League title. City now require just two more wins to secure their first league crown in a decade, and their supporters left Old Trafford in celebratory mood after another dominant display.
The Netherlands international struck twice within a matter of minutes in the first half, both headers highlighting City’s ruthless start. Her contribution helped put the visitors firmly in control, and she later received a standing ovation when substituted with her side comfortably ahead.
Kerstin Casparij added a third before the hour mark, finishing at the back post to cap a slick move and underline City’s superiority. United, who had already suffered a midweek defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League, struggled to respond as the visitors dictated proceedings throughout.
The result leaves Marc Skinner’s side facing a battle to hold onto a top-three spot and secure European football next season. They now trail City by 11 points and slipped to fourth after Arsenal comfortably beat Tottenham, and Chelsea’s narrow 4-3 victory over Aston Villa.
