Fernandinho finally reveal the secret behind City's derby success

City's veteran midfielder; Luiz Fernandinho reflects upon his team's performance, as he expresses delight with Manchester City’s derby display.

The 33-year-old delivered one of his best games for the Club - but was typically humble afterwards, focusing on the quality of the team’s attack-minded players rather than his vital display at the base of City's midfield that saw him continually disrupt United's rhythm.

“I think the team played really well, particularly in the second half,” he said.

“We controlled the game, even when they scored a goal from the penalty spot. After that, they didn’t have any more chances to score a goal.

Ilkay Gundogan scored City’s third, sidefooting home to finish off a remarkable 44-pass move that left United chasing shadows.

It was a brilliantly constructed goal that is likely to go down as one of the greatest in Manchester derby history.

However, Fernandinho reveal  the goal was a result of City’s hard-wired principles: a desire to pass the ball and move the opposition at all times.

“We always pass the ball and try to find players between the lines in the best position possible to attack the opponent,” he said.

“We ask the players to respect their position and keep their position because the ball will arrive.

“I think that has happened, especially in this case. We pass the ball and when you find space the guys accelerate the play, find some space inside the area and Gundo scored a marvellous goal.

City were in total control throughout Sunday’s 3-1 win over Manchester United, producing a performance that was both artistic and industrious.

“We deserved the win because the guys up-front made an amazing job, created chances, got into the box and scored goals.

“It’s beautiful to watch and I’m sure our fans are so pleased with our performance. It made everyone happy.”

Last season's Premier League Champion have emphatically improved in both their attacking and defensive display, having remained unbeaten after 12 rounds of league fixtures, scoring a total of 36 and only conceding 5 in the process.