Cameroon star Mbeumo elated to score in Manchester derby

Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo discussed his goal which helped Manchester United on their way to defeat rivals City in a Premier League derby at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Fresh from representing the Indomitable Lions at the on-going 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the former Brentford star opened the scoring against the Blues in front of the Stretford End.

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Mbeumo latched onto a terrific pass from captain Bruno Fernandes, finally beating Gianluigi Donnarumma, who had made some superb saves.

Mbeumo has scored seven goals for Man United

“Obviously, when we come out from the high free-kick for them, there is a counter opportunity,” Mbeumo told MUTV after the game.

“I know then they’re not structured and [from there] I saw a big space and I just sprinted into it. Bruno [Fernandes] gave me the ball perfectly.”

He added: “I think it’s one of them [best moments]. Scoring in front of this stand is unbelievable. The derby is even more [special] and like Licha [Martinez has] said, we used the energy of the fans today. This place was unbelievable today.”

Mbeumo concluded: “I think [it was] the team effort, like everyone was doing their jobs and everyone was defending.

“Everyone was attacking. We’ve been a bit unlucky maybe with the offsides [as three goals were disallowed] and stuff, but yeah, I think it’s a very good performance.”

Out of 17 Premier League matches so far this season, Mbeumo has scored seven goals for Man United and provided one assist.