"It's 3 February 1990. No really, folks, it is! FW de Klerk has just announced plans to release Nelson Mandela from prison; Mike Tyson is a week away from pummelling Buster Douglas; Tears on my Pillow, Kylie Minogue's epic meditation on love, loss and secretion from the lachrymal glands, is being kept off top spot by some Prince knock-off. And the Manchester derby is taking place at Old Trafford."
"Seventh-place United and 14th-place City draw 1-1 in a lively contest, with Clayton Blackmore's excellent goal cancelled out by a screamer from Ian Brightwell. That was the last time the Manchester derby took place with both teams in the bottom half of the table*. Today's game is 16th v 11th and, though there are some simple reasons for that it's early in the season, they've played a game fewer than most of the teams above them"
On 3 February 1990, a range of major events coincided with the Manchester derby at Old Trafford. Seventh-place United and 14th-place City drew 1-1, marking the last derby with both teams in the bottom half of the table. The current fixture pits 16th against 11th, partly because the season is still early and both clubs have played fewer matches than many rivals. The low standings also reflect a perceived reduction in status for both clubs. City have lost two of their first three games, prompting criticism of Pep Guardiola, while United retain a distinct identity and scrutiny. Immediate results amplify pressure and consequence for the loser.
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