(Videos) The Four most memorable Manchester derby goals: Why always Mario and Rooney’s wonder strike included

3) Robin van Persie Dutchman van Persie was at the height of his powers when he guided a last-gasp free-kick past the despairing dive of City goalkeeper Joe Hart in December 2012, winning the derby 3-2 at the Etihad Stadium. He took the plaudits afterwards, although Blues midfielder Samir Nasri attracted fierce criticism for hiding behind Yaya Toure in the wall.