The first signs of derby animosity showed after twenty minutes when Edin Dzeko and Anderson clashed over a tackle by the Bosnian forward, each earning a yellow card for their angry reactions.Soon after, Micah Richards was lucky only to receive a yellow for a wayward lunge on debutant Ashley Young just outside the penalty area, and Wayne Rooney went close with the free-kick, curling just over the far post from a tight angle.
City finally created a chance on the half-hour mark, with a slick passing move. Yaya Toure surged forward to supply David Silva, who played a sumptuous through-pass for the advancing James Milner, who, under pressure from two defenders, had his shot deflected past the far post, but a goal kick was harshly given.
Another deflection later saved City’s blushes as Dzeko, part of a wall defending a direct free-kick, saw Nani’s shot bounce off his knee and fly inches past the post. Welcome to our Man United v Man City live coverage for the 2011 Community Shield. Wembley once again for Manchester United vs Manchester City. Below you can find our 2011 Community Shield live blog as we bring you minute by minute updates of what’s taking place.
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