Kris Commons' fierce strike gave Derby County a shock win in the first leg of their Carling Cup semi-final against a lethargic Manchester United side. In front of new boss Nigel Clough, who takes charge on Thursday, Derby made a bright start and took the lead when Commons fired home after 30 minutes.The closest United came to an equaliser was a second-half Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick that flew inches wide. But Rob Hulse missed a golden chance to make it 2-0 when he fired over late on.
It was a humbling night for the Premier League, European and club world champions, who were deservedly beaten by a Derby side that has won only one of their last nine league games.
Source: BBC Sport
