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Manchester Evening News
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Stephen Killen & Dan Brown

Manchester United icon Paul Scholes slams Christian Eriksen decision in defeat to Man City

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has admitted that he "almost felt sorry" for midfielder Christian Eriksen during the defeat to Manchester City at the weekend.

Erik ten Hag's side suffered a 6-3 loss in the derby at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both scoring hat-tricks for the home side. The Reds pulled three goals back in the second period - through Antony and Anthony Martial (2) - but were unable to mount a comeback.

City dominated proceedings against United, with the Reds' midfielders struggling to deal with the home side's attacking threat throughout the clash.

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