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Ian Parker

Erling Haaland hails ‘monster’ Gianluigi Donnarumma after controversial Manchester derby win

Donnarumma made a huge late save to deny Manchester United - (PA)

Erling Haaland praised Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma as a "monster" after a crucial stoppage-time save secured Sunday's contentious derby triumph against rivals Manchester United.

City managed to overcome Phil Foden's controversial first-half red card to earn victory through a 60th-minute finish from Haaland. The goal was awarded after an extended VAR review despite Enzo Fernandez being in an offside position, which refereeing body Pro Ref subsequently conceded was an "error of judgement".

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